The hidden cost of indiscipline: How FIFA’s yellow and red cards are costing World Cup players thousands

Mohamed Salah of Egypt protests as referee Francois Letexier shows the yellow card to Mostafa Shoubir of Egypt during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium on July 7, 2026 in Atlanta, United States. (Photo by Charlotte Wilson/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)

The hidden cost of indiscipline: How FIFA’s yellow and red cards are costing World Cup players thousands

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

July 14, 2026

When a referee reaches for a yellow or red card at the FIFA World Cup, the punishment goes beyond a ...

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Netherlands and Morocco at Monterrey Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Guadalupe, Mexico. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

FIFA to consider 64 team World Cup expansion after 2026 tournament – Gianni Infantino

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

July 12, 2026

FIFA president Gianni Infantino says football's governing body will consider expanding the men's World Cup to 64 teams after the ...

World Cup 2026: Gianni Infantino rejects Trump influence in Balogun suspension decision

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

July 6, 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the governing body’s handling of the disciplinary case involving United States forward Folarin Balogun, ...

United States forward Folarin Balogun (20) and Bosnia and Herzegovina defender Tarik Muharemovic (4) are seen on the field after coming together during the second half of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Football match against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, Calif., Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Balogun was given a red card after a VAR review. (Photo by Stephen Lam/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images)

Belgium furious as FIFA clears Balogun for USA clash despite red card suspension dispute

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

July 5, 2026

The Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) has expressed shock over FIFA’s decision to make suspended United States forward Folarin Balogun ...

Folarin Balogun #20 of the United States celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on July 01, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Alex Pantling - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

2026 World Cup: Folarin Balogun cleared for Belgium clash after FIFA suspends one match ban

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

July 5, 2026

United States striker Folarin Balogun will be available for Monday's FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash against Belgium after ...

Soccer, Men's, 2026 World Cup, England vs. Ghana, Group Stage, Group L, Matchday 2, Boston Stadium, Ghana fans create a lively atmosphere. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with FIFA regulations, these images may be used exclusively for editorial purposes. Commercial use is prohibited. Furthermore, no video-like sequences may be created, and no alterations may be made to the image, either in the foreground or the background. Photo: Tom Weller/dpa (Photo by Tom Weller/picture alliance via Getty Images)

Black Stars fans to pay up to $1,265 for World Cup Round of 32 tickets

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

June 29, 2026

Ghanaian supporters hoping to watch the Black Stars' Round of 32 clash against Colombia at the FIFA World Cup will ...

TORONTO, ONTARIO - JUNE 17: Prince Adu #25 and Brandon Thomas-Asante #10 of Ghana celebrate the team's 1-0 victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between Ghana and Panama at Toronto Stadium on June 17, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Ezra Shaw - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

2026 World Cup: Ghana secure at least $13.5m after reaching Knockout Stage

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

June 27, 2026

Ghana has secured at least $13.5 million in FIFA prize money after reaching the Round of 32 at the 2026 ...

TORONTO, ONTARIO - JUNE 17: Caleb Yirenkyi #3 of Ghana celebrates with teammate Christopher Bonsu Baah #13 after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between Ghana and Panama at Toronto Stadium on June 17, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Ghana climb to 65th in FIFA rankings after dramatic Panama win

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

June 20, 2026

Ghana has climbed eight places in the FIFA live rankings, moving from 73rd to 65th after their victory over Panama ...

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 19: Miguel Almiron #10 of Paraguay reacts after receiving a red card for covering his mouth while talking to another player during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match between Türkiye and Paraguay at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on June 19, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

2026 World Cup: Miguel Almiron becomes first player sent off for covering his mouth

by Naa Kwaamah Siaw-Marfo

June 20, 2026

Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player to be sent off for covering his mouth during a FIFA World ...

(EDITOR'S NOTE: This image has been digitally altered.) Marcelo Bielsa, Head Coach of Uruguay, poses for a portrait during the official FIFA World Cup 2026 portrait session on June 10, 2026 in Cancun, Mexico. (Photo by Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

“I am not a model”- Uruguay coach Bielsa after viral FIFA photoshoot photo

by Julio Ashirifi Amoah

June 16, 2026

Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa has dismissed speculation surrounding his unusual official FIFA World Cup portrait after the image sparked ...

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