In a dramatic World Cup quarter-final clash, Switzerland’s hopes were dashed after FIFA’s new ‘mistaken identity’ rule struck again! Swiss striker Breel Embolo found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons during their heated match against Argentina.
After bringing Switzerland level, Embolo was caught in a controversial game-changing incident. Referee Joao Pinheiro initially booked Argentina’s Leandro Paredes, only for the VAR to step in and change the game. When Embolo hit the ground before contact was made, VAR accused him of simulation, retracting Paredes’ yellow card and instead penalising Embolo—leading to his second yellow and a red card exit.
The twist? FIFA’s recent rule change now allows reversed bookings if the actual offender is from the opposing team! The Swiss camp was fuming, with head coach Murat Yakin and captain Remo Freuler calling it a game-destroyer.
Despite fighting bravely with ten men, Switzerland couldn’t hold back Argentina, who clinched the victory in extra time 3-1. This unlucky turn of events marked a heart-breaking end to Switzerland’s World Cup dreams.
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