Ifab will not be introducing sin-bins and blue cards, focusing instead on testing new rules for player behavior.
Three trials were announced to enhance player behavior in lower domestic leagues, including limiting interactions with referees and introducing cooling-off periods. [ more ]
The introduction of a new blue card as part of trials of sin bins in professional football has been postponed by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
FIFA has distanced itself from the reports of a blue card, stating that any such trials should be limited to testing at lower levels. [ more ]
Blue card and sin-bin trial announcement delayed by football's lawmakers IFAB - Soccer News
The publication of sin-bin trials at higher levels of football has been delayed until next month.
The protocols for sin-bins and other measures to combat poor player behavior will be discussed further at the International Football Association Board's annual general meeting. [ more ]