South Africa's Sphephelo Sithole sent off in World Cup opening match
South Africa's Sphephelo Sithole was sent off in the 49th minute during the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, marking a tumultuous game. With two players dismissed, South Africa became the 15th team to face this fate in a World Cup match. Referees have issued eight red cards, matching the total from the last two tournaments combined.
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Published 22 Jun 2026, 15:15 UTC · Updated 22 Jun 2026, 15:30 UTC
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