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FIFA approves red cards for players covering mouths during confrontations at World Cup
FIFA has approved new rules allowing referees to issue red cards to players who cover their mouths during on-field confrontations at the upcoming World Cup, aiming to deter abusive behavior. The rule change also penalizes teams leaving the pitch in protest, with Senegal's Africa Cup of Nations final incident cited as a catalyst.
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Players who cover mouths face red card at World Cup
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