IFAB announces new World Cup laws including VAR changes and substitutions
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:22 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has revealed a series of rule changes for the upcoming World Cup. Key changes include expanded powers for VAR, the introduction of 10-second substitutions, and stringent measures against tactical timeouts. These adjustments are aimed at improving game flow and addressing recent concerns regarding time-wasting strategies. Further details on the implementation of these rules are expected as the tournament approaches.
- •IFAB announced new rules for the World Cup on May 31, 2026.
- •Rule changes include expanded VAR powers and 10-second substitutions.
- •Measures implemented to reduce tactical timeouts.
- •The changes aim to improve game flow and reduce time-wasting.
- •Further details on rule enforcement will be provided later.
- 10:01 AMESPN Soccer — World Cup's new rules explained: VAR for corners, ...
"The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has announced a raft of rule changes for the World Cup, including expanded powers for VAR, 10-second substitutions and clamping down on tactical timeouts.
"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.
"The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has made some big changes to soccer ahead of the World Cup. But what do they mean?
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External links- ESPN SoccerJun 3, 2026, 10:01 AMWorld Cup's new rules explained: VAR for corners, ...
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has made some big changes to soccer ahead of the World Cup. But what do they mean?
- Sky Sports—Countdowns, banning timeouts and VAR changes: New laws for World Cup announced
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has announced a raft of rule changes for the World Cup, including expanded powers for VAR, 10-second substitutions and clamping down on tactical timeouts.
- Sky Sports—Explained: IFAB World Cup 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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