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VAR Review & 'Vinicius Law' Planned Before World Cup

Football's rulemakers have announced a two-year review of VAR while implementing new rules including corner kick checks and a fast-tracked 'Vinicius Law' before the World Cup finals.

Football's lawmaking authority, the Ifab, will conduct a two-year review of the video assistant referee to ensure the technology is being used "to its best." The announcement came alongside enhancements to the rulebook before the World Cup, including expanding VAR to determine corner kicks.

Another proposal could see punishments for players obscuring their mouths fast-tracked for implementation at this summer's tournament, following the alleged racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni.