FIFA to decide on yellow card reset for World Cup
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14 claimsFIFA is expected to decide that yellow cards will be reset after the group stage for the upcoming World Cup.
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The decision will be made at FIFA's board meeting in Vancouver, Canada on Tuesday.
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Under current rules, two yellow cards in five matches before the quarterfinals result in suspension.
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5 questionsWill the rule change be formally approved by FIFA at the Tuesday meeting?
How exactly will the reset work in terms of card accumulation (e.g., do yellow cards from group stage carry over to the round of 32 reset)?
Are there any concerns about fairness or competitive integrity raised by the proposal?
How will the expanded 48-team format affect the scheduling and number of matches where suspension risk applies?
What is the reaction from national football associations and players to the proposed change?
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