FIFA World Cup 2026: VAR Overhaul, Time Wasting Crackdown Set to Impact Games

• FIFA World Cup 2026 in USA, Mexico, and Canada will feature 48 teams and new rules.
• VAR overhaul allows review of second yellow cards for 'clear and obvious error' and mistaken identity.
• Corner kicks can now be reviewed for clear mistakes, but only instantly to maintain game flow.
• New measures aim to curb time wasting: 5-second limit for throw-in restarts, 10-second limit for substitutions.
• Players receiving on-field treatment must leave the pitch for at least one minute, unless a foul leads to disciplinary action.