FIFA considers the possibility of introducing a penalty shoot-out in case of draw in group stage matches of 2026 World Cup

Marina Magomedova
30 Nov 2022
18:39

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) is considering the introduction of a penalty shootout in case of a draw in group stage matches of the 2026 World Cup, reports The Athletic.

According to the source, the victory in the penalty shoot-out will bring one extra point. It is noted that this innovation will reduce the chances of draw by points and other indicators at the end of group matches.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The tournament will feature 48 national teams divided into 16 groups of three. The top two teams will each qualify for the playoffs.

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