Players who scored and received red card at the World Cup

Brazilian legend Garrincha was one of the earliest players to score and be sent off in the same World Cup knockout match.Following USA striker Folarin Balogun's eventful performance against Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, attention has turned to a unique group of players who have managed to score a goal and receive a red card in a World Cup match.Folarin Balogun | Photo via Getty Images Balogun etched his name into World Cup history when he scored for the United States in a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina before being shown a straight red card following a VAR review.