Major Football Law Changes for World Cup
The 2026 World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, will witness nine modifications to the laws of football aimed at reducing negative interventions during matches, such as free kicks and corner kicks. Among these changes, attacking teams will be penalized for infractions committed before set-piece execution, with an emphasis on reducing the effectiveness of illegal play actions, especially those involving players withdrawing or covering their mouths, which will now result in direct red cards. Stricter regulations will also be enforced regarding the use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology and time-wasting behaviors. Additionally, a specific time limit will be set for substitutions, along with a number of measures to improve injury time and break periods, all in an effort to better regulate matches and minimize interruptions.
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