Red card rules at the FIFA World Cup: What can get a player sent off?

Players could see red for more than dangerous tackles at the 2026 World Cup, with new rules targeting mouth-covering ...
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Red card for players covering their mouths in World Cup matches

New red card rule allows referees to send off players who cover their mouths or walk off the pitch in protest against a decision.

Major red card rule for 2026 World Cup: Mouth-covering and walking off now lead to instant dismissal!

FIFA announces two major red card rule changes for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, including penalties for players covering ...

FIFA World Cup: Red card to be handed to players who cover their mouths to hide discriminatory behaviour

FIFA president ​Gianni Infantino had said earlier that players who cover their mouths while speaking to opponents ​during confrontations should be sent off.