IFAB Approves New Soccer Rules for 2026-2027

On February 28th, the International Football Board (IFAB) held its annual meeting to implement significant changes to soccer regulations. The newly approved rules specifically target issues related to time-wasting and the implementation of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology.

These rule changes mark a significant shift in how soccer will be played and officiated starting from the 2026-2027 season. The IFAB aims to improve the flow of matches and clarify ambiguous situations that have been problematic under the current framework.