IFAB considers changes to red card rules for goal-denying fouls
Football’s lawmakers, the IFAB, are reviewing proposals to expand red card rules for denying goalscoring opportunities. The changes could mean more situations where a player is sent off, not just when a clear chance is blocked. The board is also considering tweaks to yellow card rules and other match regulations. Representatives from FIFA and the UK football associations are involved in the discussions.
Match highlights
- The IFAB is discussing expanding red card rules to include situations where a player could have passed to a teammate with a clear scoring chance.
- Current rules only allow a red card if the fouled player is through on goal.
- Proposed changes may remove yellow cards when a Dogso offence occurs but the attacking team scores after advantage is played.
- Other topics include adjustments to VAR, goalkeeper timeouts, and reducing time-wasting.
- The meeting is the first step in a process that could lead to significant changes in domestic and international football rules.
