Jarell Quansah handed two-game World Cup ban as England rocked by FIFA decision

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England defender Jarell Quansah was sent off in the 54th minute of the World Cup win over Mexico. 17:33, Thu, Jul 9, 2026 Updated: 17:53, Thu, Jul 9, 2026 Jarell Quansah was shown a straight red card against Mexico (Image: Getty Images)England defender Jarell Quansah has been handed a two-game ban following his red card against Mexico, FIFA have confirmed.

Football transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Read our Privacy PolicyEngland are unable to appeal FIFA's suspension, with Quansah's challenge deemed to be 'serious foul play' which is why he has been banned for two matches rather than the standard one.FIFA said: "The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed the following sanction on England's national-team player Jarell Quansah, who was sent off as a result of a direct red card during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Mexico and England played on July 5, 2026 at Mexico City Stadium:"Two-match suspension for a breach of article 14 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code.

The suspension will be served in the upcoming match(es) of the representative team of England in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and in accordance with art. Declan Rice was another to skip the session in Kansas City, with the duo - plus Marc Guehi - going through individual programmes away from the main group instead.Jarell Quansah receives support from his team-mates after his red card (Image: Getty)After Quansah's dismissal, England manager Tuchel joked that he could get US President Donald Trump to intervene.FIFA confirmed that Folarin Balogun's one-game ban was suspended for 12 months, which controversially meant he could play for co-hosts USA against Belgium.