IFAB

FIFA defends VAR decision in Argentina-Switzerland World Cup match, signals rule clarification

According to FIFA, a player should not face disciplinary consequences because of an opponent's simulation.
29 July 2026

Embolo's sending-off in World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina was wrong, IFAB says

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off during this month's World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, according to a circular issued by soccer's law-making body IFAB on Tuesday.
28 July 2026