Paraguay Files Protest Against England Over Midfielder Salary Dispute
The Paraguayan Football Association has formally lodged a complaint with FIFA regarding the application of salary regulations concerning England’s midfielders, specifically focusing on Judo Belingham. The protest stems from events during the quarter-final match between England and Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. During the contest, England player Judo Belingham covered his mouth with a scarf in response to an opponent’s attack.
Paraguayan officials contend that this action represents an unfair application of previously established rules. The association argues that the regulations have been inconsistently enforced, citing prior instances of similar interventions during international tournaments. Notably, Paraguayan midfielder Miguel Almirón received a direct red card following a contentious incident against Turkey.
This sanction was issued under a FIFA rule implemented after the disqualification of Benfica’s Jolan Luc Pretiani due to an injury sustained by Vinicius Junior. The dispute centers on the application of FIFA’s regulations concerning player conduct and interactions during matches. England’s actions have become a focal point of the complaint, with Paraguay seeking clarification and a consistent standard of enforcement.
FIFA is currently reviewing the protest.
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