Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?

World Cup players have been warned about a new rule that results in a red card for anyone covering their mouth when verbally confronting another player. Officials are actively enforcing the rule change.

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Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?

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Green Field ReporterLean Right· 90d ago

Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?

Daily JournalLean Right· 90d ago

Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?