Switzerland midfielder Valon Behrami has seen straight red in the 31st minute against Chile for what has been adjudicated to be contact to the face of an opponent.
World Cup 2010, Chile Vs. Switzerland: Valon Behrami Sees Red In 31st Minute
While battling for a ball with Chile midfielder Arturo Vidal, Behrami raised his right arm while shielding his opponent from the ball, making contact with the player’s face. As a result, Saudi referee Khalil Al Ghamdi dismissed the Swiss player.
Behrami did not play the opening match against Spain, missing the game with injury. Thirty minutes into today’s match with Chile, Behrami has been ejected and will now serve a suspension for the third group match against Honduras. The midfielder’s tournament will be over if Switzerland does not advance out of Group H.
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