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Explaining the World Cup’s newest rules
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
By Ben Church, CNN
(CNN) — Note: This is story first appeared in The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, our daily newsletter on all things World Cup. To subscribe, click here.
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Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso soccer fans watching the World Cup may have been confused by the recent red card given to Miguel Almiron for covering his mouth during a match. This new rule, introduced by FIFA for this summer's tournament, aims to prevent players from using profanity or making obscene gestures towards opponents. As the city's own soccer community continues to grow, with numerous local leagues and clubs, this rule change may have implications for how referees manage games in El Paso. Local soccer enthusiasts may be interested in seeing how this rule is enforced in upcoming matches, and whether it will have a significant impact on the game. With El Paso's diverse population and strong interest in international soccer, the city's fans will likely be paying close attention to how this new rule plays out in the World Cup and beyond.
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Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Ben Church, CNN
(CNN) — Note: This is story first appeared in The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, our daily newsletter on all things World Cup. To subscribe, click here.
You’re still thinking about the USA potentially winning the World Cup, aren’t you? Well, that’s going to have to wait a wh...
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