Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

IFAB Meeting to Discuss Key Football Rule Changes

1/19/2026

45 4

Summary

Story summary

International Football Association Board (IFAB) will discuss widening the remit for red cards when a goalscoring opportunity is denied.
Arsene Wenger's daylight offside proposal will not be pursued.
The meeting in London will address goalkeeper tactical timeouts, time-wasting, and VAR protocol changes.
The Cardiff AGM on February 28 requires six votes for any changes to pass.
New laws take effect July 1, possibly earlier at the World Cup.

1 of 1

Story summary

International Football Association Board (IFAB) will discuss widening the remit for red cards when a goalscoring opportunity is denied.
Arsene Wenger's daylight offside proposal will not be pursued.
The meeting in London will address goalkeeper tactical timeouts, time-wasting, and VAR protocol changes.
The Cardiff AGM on February 28 requires six votes for any changes to pass.
New laws take effect July 1, possibly earlier at the World Cup.