"Wuwuzira" will be banned from stadiums during the 2026 World Cup.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico approaching, FIFA has officially released a new version of its code of conduct for the stadium.

In order to ensure order and safety at the venue, many items and behaviors that had previously sparked heated discussions have been explicitly prohibited, and violators will be refused entry or expelled from the venue.

First, the "noise maker" will be excluded from this World Cup. The "Vuvuzelas," a plastic loudspeaker that made a sound resembling a swarm of bees and became a global sensation during the 2010 South Africa World Cup, has been banned from the stadiums.

Meanwhile, noisy devices such as whistles and air horns, as well as instruments that interfere with the competition, such as laser pointers, are also prohibited.

Secondly, there are strict restrictions on fans' attire. FIFA specifically states that body painting and tattoos "do not constitute clothing." Any streaking, flashing, revealing clothing, or displaying private parts in a vulgar manner is strictly prohibited on the field.

Surprisingly, for safety reasons, reusable water cups/bottles, commonly used by spectators, have also been added to the prohibited list. This means that fans will not be able to bring their own water bottles to the game.

The 2023 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will be held from June 11 to July 19. The extravaganza, now expanded to 48 teams, is about to begin, with the highly anticipated opening match featuring hosts Mexico against South Africa.

FIFA calls on fans worldwide to strictly abide by stadium regulations and work together to maintain a civilized and safe viewing environment.

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