What’s offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered
Summary
This article answers common questions about the 2026 World Cup, including rules like offsides and incidents such as the red card given to U.S. player Folarin Balogun. It also explains how referees are chosen and highlights moments from different matches involving countries like Japan, Tunisia, and Argentina.Key Facts
- Folarin Balogun was given a red card during the World Cup round of 32 match between the United States and Bosnia.
- A similar red card incident with a long suspension hasn’t happened in the World Cup for 64 years.
- Referee Raphael Claus from Brazil was chosen for the 2026 World Cup after three years of evaluation and is considered one of the best.
- World Cup referees are selected based on their performance and receive training, including mental support.
- The article explains soccer terms like free kicks, hydration breaks, and stoppage time to help new viewers.
- Player escorts are children who walk with players before matches as part of a FIFA tradition.
- The article includes photos and descriptions of actions from matches involving teams like Japan, Tunisia, Argentina, and the U.S.
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