Tondela's Yaya Sithole made his debut in the World Cup finals in the thrilling match between South Africa and Mexico. His participation in the game lasted only 49 minutes, being linked to two crucial moments in the game. At 9 minutes, Sithole received pressure from goalkeeper Ronwen Williams, at the entrance of the area, and lost the ball, which remained for Quiñones to open the score for the home team. At the start of the second half, Yaya Sithole fouled Gutiérrez, who was isolated for the South African goal, and Wilton Pereira Sampaio, the Brazilian referee, had no other option but to show the red card directly. If players want to keep all the memories of the World Cups, this case will be very different for the midfielder who plays in Portuguese football. Yaya Sithole will be remembered in the World Cup 2026... for being the first player to be expelled. In addition to leaving South Africa reduced to 10, Yaya Sithole will also miss the match against the Czech Republic, in the second round of Group A.