New FIFA directive: Referees at the 2026 World Cup will clamp down on grappling and fouls at corners and free‑kicks to curb chaotic penalty‑area scenes. Premier League trigger: The policy follows high ...
Video assistant referees (VAR) will have new powers to intervene at this summer's World Cup if fouls are committed immediately before the ball is in play at set-pieces, the International Football ...
FIFA's new directive: Referees are ordered to clamp down on grappling and fouls during corners and set-pieces at the 2026 World Cup. Premier League flashpoint: A disallowed West Ham goal against ...