2026 World Cup: IFAB approves red cards for pitch walkouts, mouth-covering

Punch — Apr 28, 20:46 PM

Football’s law-makers, IFAB, have approved new football rules for 2026.

Players now face red cards for walking off in protest or covering their mouths.

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