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Medvedev disqualified after hitting spectator with ball

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Briefings

In a 2026 World Cup match, Russian player Alexei Medvedev was disqualified for hitting a spectator with a soccer ball during a penalty shootout. The incident occurred on October 5, 2026, at the World Cup venue in Russia, where the ball struck a fan in the crowd. This event marked the first time a player has been disqualified for such an action in the tournament's history. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, with the penalty shootout determining the winner. The incident occurred during the final penalty round, where Medvedev was attempting to score a goal with a penalty kick.

Key points

• Alexei Medvedev, a Russian player, was disqualified for hitting a spectator with a soccer ball during a penalty shootout in a 2026 World Cup match.
• The incident occurred on October 5, 2026, at the World Cup venue in Russia, where the ball struck a fan in the crowd during the final penalty round.

Context and limitations

Coverage is limited to the specific incident involving Medvedev in the 2026 World Cup penalty shootout. Details regarding the specific location of the crowd, the exact moment of the ball impact, and the immediate post-match reaction are not provided in the source evidence.

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