The World Cup has introduced several new rules for this year’s tournament. One of the most notable changes is the introduction of a red card for covering one’s mouth in a confrontational situation with an opponent. This new law was introduced after a Champions League game in February, where a player was accused of making a racial insult, but it was impossible to determine what he said because he had covered his mouth.
New Rules
Other new rules include a five-second countdown for goal kicks and throw-ins to prevent time-wasting. If a player runs out of time on a throw-in, possession will be awarded to the opposing team. If a player runs out of time on a goal kick, the opposing team will be awarded a corner kick. The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) also has new powers, including the ability to overturn an incorrectly awarded corner kick.
These new rules are intended to improve the game and prevent players from engaging in unsportsmanlike behavior. The World Cup is being held in the United States, with games taking place in various cities across the country, including Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Miami.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
