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NPR (The Associated Press) - FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism. But what do they actually do? Thu Jun 18 06:36:28 2026

For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA is mandating all soccer players take hydration breaks to protect them from the threats of extreme heat. But the new rule has sparked criticism.

NPR (Russell Lewis) - Referees at the World Cup have new rules to whistle during games Fri Jun 12 09:05:03 2026

FIFA has introduced several changes to the laws of soccer for the World Cup. These include efforts to eliminate time-wasting and to ensure potentially game-changing officiating mistakes are corrected.

FIFA has introduced several changes to the laws of soccer for the World Cup. These include efforts to eliminate time-wasting and to ensure potentially game-changing officiating mistakes are corrected.Open

NPR (The Associated Press) - Red cards can be given to players who cover their mouths while confronting opponents Wed Apr 29 06:35:21 2026

The International Football Association Board approved a rule that would penalize players with a red card if they cover their mouths when confronting another player. The measure will be in place at this summer's World Cup.

The International Football Association Board approved a rule that would penalize players with a red card if they cover their mouths when confronting another player. The measure will be in place at this summer's World Cup.Open