What are World Cup's red card suspension rules?

What are World Cup's red card suspension rules?ByJonty ColmanBBC Sport journalistPublished12 June 2026Players receiving a red card in the 2026 World Cup will receive a one-match suspension.This applies to both straight red cards and red cards that are the result of the same player being cautioned twice.Fifa does hold the right to impose "further sanctions" if it deems it necessary.During the opening game of the tournament, three red cards were shown.It means that South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane will miss their side's match against the Czech Republic, while Mexico defender Cesar Montes will miss their meeting with South Korea.Players can also receive suspensions for an accumulation across multiple matches.Should players received two bookings, they will be handed a one-match suspension.However, yellow cards are wiped following the conclusion of the group stage. They are wiped again following the conclusion of the quarter-finals.To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedFigure caption, THREE red cards in the first game, what does this mean for the players?Get in touchSend us your questionsContact formContact formPlayers who will miss next World Cup match because of red cardImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Mexico's Cesar Montes was given a late red card in his side's win over South Africa on ThursdayYaya Sithole (South Africa)Themba Zwane (South Africa)Cesar Montes (Mexico) This article is the latest from BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team.More questions answered...Why are footballers wearing pink boots at the World Cup?How to watch highlights of World Cup matches?How are the Fifa world rankings decided?Why is Fifa giving clubs $355m during the World Cup?Related topicsFootballFIFA World Cup 2026