World Cup 2026: FIFA considers revising yellow card rules

Author: senenews.comPublished on: April 28, 2026Country: United States

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World Cup 2026: FIFA considers revising yellow card rules

FIFA plans to implement a new rule regarding yellow cards for the 2026 World Cup, erasing them after both the group stage and quarter-finals. Currently, yellow cards are only wiped after the quarter-finals. This change aims to prevent players from missing crucial matches due to suspensions, especially with the increase in the number of teams participating in the tournament.

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