International Football Association Board approves red card penalty for players covering their mouths during confrontations
The IFAB approved a new rule at a special meeting in Vancouver allowing referees to issue red cards to players who cover their mouths during confrontations with opponents. The rule also permits red cards for players or team officials who walk off the pitch in protest of a referee's decision. The amendments were pushed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and will be in effect at the upcoming World Cup in North America.
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Al Jazeera traces the rule to specific incidents of racial abuse and protest walkoffs, while NPR simply reports the rule's implementation with minimal context on its origins or motivations.
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“Red card for players covering their mouths in World Cup matches”
“Red cards can be given to players who cover their mouths while confronting opponents”
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