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2026 World Cup aims for strict refereeing
The 2026 World Cup finals, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will witness the implementation of a set of refereeing and organizational adjustments for the first time, aimed at enhancing discipline and addressing discriminatory and inappropriate behaviors. Among the most notable changes, referees will have the authority to issue red cards to players who close their mouths during a confrontation and claim to be subjected to abuse, as well as send off any player who leaves the field in protest of a refereeing decision. Additionally, disciplinary rules have been amended to ensure national teams participate with their strongest lineups, with yellow cards resulting from warnings during qualifiers no longer transferring to the finals, while serious red card sanctions remain in effect to guarantee fairness and integrity in the competition.
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