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UEFA issues yellow, not red, for mouth-covering gesture

Published July 3, 2026 · Updated July 3, 2026 · El País

UEFA announced it will not automatically issue a red card to players who cover their mouth during a tackle, instead issuing a yellow card and opening a post‑match investigation.

In a move that diverges from FIFA's 2026 World Cup guidelines, UEFA has decided that players who cover their mouths during a challenge will receive a yellow card rather than an automatic red. The governing body will conduct a post‑match review to determine whether the offense warrants further sanctions. catcross.org

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