FIFA: New Sanctions Approved for the 2026 World Cup

Author: lebledparle.comPublished on: April 29, 2026Country: Canada

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FIFA: New Sanctions Approved for the 2026 World Cup

The International Football Association Board has approved new sanctions for the 2026 World Cup aimed at strengthening refereeing authority. Players covering their mouths during exchanges with opponents risk a red card, as do those who leave the field to contest a referee's decision. These rules will apply to the 48 teams qualified for the tournament, marking a turning point in managing on-field behavior.

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