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FIFA Weighs VAR Changes for Corner Decisions

12/2/2025

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FIFA is considering VAR changes for the World Cup to review corner decisions.
The proposal, discussed by the International Football Association Board (IFAB), could let VAR determine if a ball is out before a corner.
Critics warn reviews could delay matches due to roughly 10 corners per game.
Sean Dyche, manager of Nottingham Forest, supports the change.
Any rule changes would require approval at IFAB's annual meeting in March.

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Story summary

FIFA is considering VAR changes for the World Cup to review corner decisions.
The proposal, discussed by the International Football Association Board (IFAB), could let VAR determine if a ball is out before a corner.
Critics warn reviews could delay matches due to roughly 10 corners per game.
Sean Dyche, manager of Nottingham Forest, supports the change.
Any rule changes would require approval at IFAB's annual meeting in March.