Overview
- FIFA and president Gianni Infantino are preparing to brief IFAB on a reinterpretation that would deem an attacker offside only when completely beyond the second-to-last defender.
- Infantino publicly signaled support by saying future offside calls may require attackers to be entirely ahead to be penalized, aligning with Wenger’s long-advanced view.
- Goal reports the plan will be examined at IFAB sessions beginning January 20 in London, with the proposal also due at the General Assembly in Wales in February.
- Any change to the Laws of the Game requires IFAB approval, so timing for adoption remains undecided pending that process.
- RMC Sport reports FIFA has backed the concept in principle and that rollout as soon as next season or potential testing at the 2026 World Cup is being discussed, though no implementation has been confirmed.