FIFA WORLD CUP

FIFA is reportedly reviewing a significant change to its disciplinary rules as it prepares for the expanded World Cup, with a proposal aimed at reducing player suspensions caused by accumulated yellow cards. According to reports, the plan would introduce an additional amnesty point during the tournament. Under the proposal, yellow cards would be cleared at the end of the group stage and again after the quarter-finals. Currently, players face suspension after receiving two yellow cards across matches—a rule that has often led to key players missing crucial knockout games due to earlier minor infractions. The push for reform comes as the World Cup expands from 32 to 48 teams, resulting in more matches on the path to the semi-finals. With players potentially competing in up to six ga...