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April 28, 2026

FIFA prepares major change for yellow cards at the World Cup

The World Football Federation will most likely adopt a new rule concerning sanctions for players with accumulated yellow cards in the group stage.

FIFA prepares major change for yellow cards at the World Cup

TL;DR

  • FIFA is likely to adopt a new rule regarding yellow card sanctions in the group stage.
  • The proposal is to erase yellow cards received in the group stage for the knockout phase of the World Cup.
  • If approved, this would significantly relieve players and coaches, allowing for stronger teams in decisive matches.
  • Previously, yellow cards were cleared only after the quarter-finals.
  • With the expansion to 48 teams, FIFA plans this amnesty period after the group stage to avoid further suspensions.

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