EMBOLO’S SHOCK RED CARD EXPLAINED… BUT THE REASON BEHIND VAR’S DECISION HAS LEFT FANS STUNNED. A dramatic VAR intervention changed everything after Breel Embolo was shown a second yellow card—but it wasn’t for the reason many expected. The referee initially booked Paredes, before reviewing the incident and deciding Embolo had deliberately exaggerated the contact. The yellow card was overturned, and the Swiss star was sent off for simulation. The controversial decision has sparked a huge debate among fans over VAR’s role at the World Cup
Why did Switzerland get a red card? Breel Embolo sent off vs. Argentina The World Cup quarterfinal between Switzerland and Argentina took a major turn midway through the second half on Saturday, as Switzerland forward Breel Embolo was shown a second yellow card for simulation. Embolo was shown a red card after a VAR check, turning a yellow card for Argentina’s Leandro … Read more