sports
February 28, 2026
Football's Rulemakers to Launch Review of VAR and Plan for 'Vinícius Law'
Football's lawmaking authority, the International Football Association Board (Ifab), is to conduct a two-year review of the video assistant referee to ensure the technology is being used “to its best”. The announcement on Saturday came alongside a flurry of enhancements to the rulebook before the World Cup, including expanding the use of VAR into determining corner kicks.
TL;DR
- Ifab will conduct a two-year review of VAR to ensure optimal usage.
- VAR's role is expanding to include checking corner kicks.
- New disciplinary measures are being fast-tracked, potentially including punishments for players obscuring their mouths.
- Enhancements will be in place by June.
- Ifab is considering innovations such as semi-automated offside and coach challenge systems.
- New rules are being introduced to combat time-wasting, including timed throw-ins and goal kicks, and stricter substitution procedures.
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