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

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. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-world-cup-ifab-approves-red-cards-for-pitch-walkouts-mouth-covering/
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