FIFA World Cup 2026: IFAB Approves Red Cards For Players Covering Mouth While Speaking To Opponents
Published on: April 29, 2026, 7:34 p.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has approved a rule allowing referees to issue red cards to players who cover their mouths during confrontations. The decision, taken in Vancouver, will apply from the June 11 World Cup. FIFA proposed it after alleged abuse incidents, with IFAB saying organisers may act at their discretion.
