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Paraguayan commentator barred from the World Cup after attack on referee and Infantino

HBL reports that the commentator lashed out verbally during Paraguay’s match against Turkey.

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A Paraguayan commentator has been banned from the World Cup after launching a verbal attack on both the referee and FIFA president Gianni Infantino during the Paraguay-Turkey match. According to HBL, the sanction followed soon after the incident.

What is confirmed now is that the commentator will not continue at the tournament. No further details have been given about how the ban will be enforced or whether any additional measures are being considered. The case highlights how closely conduct around the World Cup is monitored, even off the pitch.

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Story based on reporting from the outlets above. Päivän Sanomat editorial rewrite.

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