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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Lawrence Ostlere

Why did Jarell Quansah get a red card in England v Mexico match?

  • England defender Jarell Quansah was shown a straight red card during the second half of their last-16 match against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca.
  • The incident occurred when England were leading 2-1.
  • Quansah received the red card for a dangerous sliding tackle on Mexico's Jesus Gallardo, which involved his studs making contact with Gallardo's leg.
  • The referee, Alireza Faghani, made the decision to dismiss Quansah after reviewing the footage on a pitch-side monitor following a VAR call.
  • Despite playing with ten men, England scored a third goal from a Harry Kane penalty, but Mexico also converted a penalty through Raul Jimenez, making the final score 3-2.

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Why Jarell Quansah was sent off in England’s World Cup clash with Mexico

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