Fifa new rules in football

FIFA, the governing body of international football, has introduced several new rules and changes to the game over the years to improve player safety, increase fairness, and enhance the overall fan experience. Here are some of the most significant new rules in football:

  1. Video Assistant Referee (VAR): Introduced in 2018, VAR allows referees to review certain decisions, such as goals, penalties, and red cards, using video footage to ensure accuracy.
  2. Handball: In 2019, FIFA introduced a new rule regarding handball, stating that any deliberate handball that prevents a goal or creates a scoring opportunity will result in a penalty kick.
  3. Offside: In 2019, FIFA changed the offside rule to clarify that a player is considered offside if any part of their body (including their head, arm, or leg) is closer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-to-last opponent.
  4. Substitutions: In 2020, FIFA introduced a new rule allowing teams to make a fifth substitution in extra time, in addition to the standard three substitutions allowed during the regular game.
  5. Goalkeeper Handling: In 2019, FIFA introduced a new rule stating that goalkeepers are not allowed to handle the ball with their hands if it has been deliberately kicked to them by a teammate using their feet.
  6. Direct Free Kicks: In 2019, FIFA changed the rules regarding direct free kicks, stating that the ball must be stationary and the player taking the kick must be at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) away from the ball.
  7. Yellow and Red Cards: In 2019, FIFA introduced a new rule stating that players who receive a yellow card will be shown a warning on the video assistant referee (VAR) screen, while players who receive a red card will have their name and reason for the card displayed on the screen.
  8. Injury Time: In 2020, FIFA introduced a new rule stating that injury time will be added to the end of each half, rather than being added to the end of the game.
  9. Goal Line Technology: In 2018, FIFA introduced goal line technology (GLT) to help referees determine whether the ball has crossed the goal line.
  10. Sin Bin: In 2020, FIFA introduced a "sin bin" system, where players who commit certain fouls can be sent off for a 10-minute period, allowing their team to play with one fewer player.

These are just a few of the new rules and changes introduced by FIFA in recent years. The governing body continues to review and update the rules to ensure the game remains fair, safe, and enjoyable for players and fans alike.