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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Gardner

Fifa could introduce ‘Vinicius Law’ to punish players who cover their mouth

Footballers could face sanctions for deliberately covering their mouths when addressing opponents, it is understood.

This development comes amid an investigation into Gianluca Prestianni for alleged racial abuse towards Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior during a Champions League fixture last week.

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