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IFAB Reverses Decision on Embolo’s Red Card in World Cup Clash

The International Football Association Board has clarified that Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off during the quarter‑final against Argentina, a decision that altered the match’s momentum and sparked debate over VAR protocols.

Jul 29, 2026

IFAB Refines Mistaken Identity Rules for World Cup VAR

The International Football Association Board has clarified that the mistaken‑identity provision is intended only to identify the offending player, not to reassess the offence itself, following several high‑profile World Cup incidents.

Jul 27, 2026

Argentina Faces FIFA Probe Over Falkland Islands Banner

A banner reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' displayed after Argentina's World Cup semi‑final win has triggered a FIFA investigation, reviving a decades‑old dispute over the Falkland Islands while the team eyes a chance at back‑to‑back titles.

Jul 27, 2026

FIFA’s Mouth‑Cover Rule Sparks Controversy Across European Competitions

Following a high‑profile incident involving Gianluca Prestianni and Vinícius Júnior, FIFA introduced a rule permitting red cards for players who cover their mouths to conceal abusive language. UEFA has now announced that the sanction will not be enforced in its flagship club competitions, though a yellow card may be issued for unsporting behavior.

Jul 3, 2026