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IFAB Broadens VAR Power and Imposes Strict Time Limits Ahead of 2026 World Cup

The rules aim to cut timewasting and change how referees and video officials correct key calls at the 48-team tournament.

Referee Misapplies New IFAB Penalty Rule in Copa Argentina Shootout

IFAB Approves Mid-2026 Rule Overhaul Expanding VAR and Curbing Time-Wasting

IFAB Approves Timed Restarts and Wider VAR for 2026 World Cup

IFAB Advances VAR Powers and Time‑Wasting Measures as Offside Revamp Remains on Trial

Bundesliga 2025/26: Season Structure and TV Rights Now In Force

IFAB Revisits Offside Overhaul as Panels Advance VAR Use for Second Yellows

DFL, DFB Suspend Pre‑Match Handshake Dialog After Five Matchdays

Football Opens Season Under Stricter Keeper and Penalty Rules

New 8-Second Keeper Rule Debuts at U21 Euros Ahead of Club World Cup

IFAB Overhauls Penalty, Goalkeeper and VAR Rules

New FIFA Rule Limits Goalkeepers to 8 Seconds of Ball Possession