DistantNews
Support us
🇶🇦 Qatar /Sports

England's Quansah banned for two matches after World Cup last-16 red card

From Al Jazeera · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Sources not specified Context piece
  • England defender Jarell Quansah received a two-match suspension for a red card in the World Cup last-16 match against Mexico.
  • The ban means Quansah will miss England's quarterfinal against Norway and a potential semifinal.
  • The suspension adds to England's defensive challenges, compounded by an injury to midfielder Jordan Henderson.

England defender Jarell Quansah faces a two-match suspension following his red card during the team's World Cup last-16 victory over Mexico. The ban, confirmed by FIFA, will rule him out of England's quarterfinal clash against Norway on Saturday and any subsequent semifinal match should the team advance.

Quansah was sent off after a video review determined he committed a sliding tackle with his studs up. This incident occurred during a tense match where Jude Bellingham's goal and a Harry Kane penalty secured a 3-2 win against Mexico, sending England to the quarterfinals.

The suspension is a significant blow to England's manager, Thomas Tuchel, who is already grappling with defensive shortages due to injuries. Midfielder Jordan Henderson recently underwent surgery for a wrist injury sustained during the team's celebrations against Mexico and is out for the remainder of the tournament. The team's defensive depth will be tested as they aim to progress further in the competition.

DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by Al Jazeera in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

More Stories

From Our Blog