New ‘Vinicius Law’ will see players sent off at World Cup if they cover their mouths during confrontations
A new rule, known as the 'Vinicius Law', will enforce immediate red cards for players who cover their mouths during confrontations at the World Cup. This decision follows an incident involving Vinicius Jr, who reported racial abuse during a Champions League match. The International Football Association Board (IFAB) unanimously agreed to implement this significant change to address discriminatory behavior in football.
- ▪Players covering their mouths during confrontations will be sent off at the World Cup.
- ▪The rule change follows an incident where Vinicius Jr reported racial abuse from Gianluca Prestianni.
- ▪IFAB stated that the competition organizer can sanction players with a red card for this behavior.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 11 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 2 centre, 1 right.
- ▪ Red card for players covering their mouths in World Cup matches — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ Red cards can be given to players who cover their mouths while confronting opponents — NPR — News
- ▪ World Cup players who cover their mouths during confrontations could get red cards — OutKick
- ▪ Players covering their mouths during verbal confrontations at World Cup will receive red cards — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ Red cards for mouth-covering approved before WC — ESPN — Top
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| Publication time | Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:34:57 +0000 |
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