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Explained: IFAB World Cup Rule changes

Explained: IFAB World Cup Rule changes
Sky Sports Football Monday 01 June 2026, 14:40 UTC 1 min read
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Michael Bridge explains the new IFAB rules for the World Cup including new VAR powers, 10-second substitutions and tactical timeout ban in major rule changes.

Michael Bridge explains the new IFAB rules for the World Cup including new VAR powers, 10-second substitutions and tactical timeout ban in major rule changes.
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