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Red cards can be given to players who cover their mouths while confronting opponents

2026. **Pedro Rocha/AP** Pedro Rocha/AP VANCOUVER, British Columbia — The International Football Association Board approved a new rule that would penalize players with a red card if they cover their mouths

Red card for players covering their mouths in World Cup matches

rule approved by the International Football Association ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌Board (IFAB). The board held a special ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠meeting in Vancouver on Tuesday to pass FIFA-approved amendments to address inappropriate behaviour ahead of the World Cup in North