VAR gets EVEN MORE power as football lawmakers make controversial rule changesThe video assistant referee will be able to rule on even more decisions next season after football's lawmakers IFAB controversially decided to increase its remitView 2 Images VAR has been given more power (Image: Naomi Baker/Getty Images)VAR’s powers have been extended by football’s lawmakers in moves which are sure to cause yet more controversy. The International Football Association Board (IFAB) have gone all-in on the video assistant referee, despite continued flashpoints and complaints. The successful introduction of the eight-second rule for goalkeepers has encouraged IFAB to go further on efforts to stop players slowing the game. ‌VARs will also only check incorrectly-awarded second yellow cards. They will not advise referees to issue a second yellow card where one was not shown on the field.

Source: Express February 28, 2026 13:44 UTC