Sanctions are one of the most talked-about parts of modern football. From touchline bans and fines to point deductions and eligibility rulings, disciplinary decisions now travel fast and spark strong reactions. Yet behind the headlines, sanctions play a clear role: they protect the integrity of competitions, support player and fan safety, and reinforce standards that keep the sport credible.Today’s football ecosystem is bigger and more interconnected than ever. That scale brings opportunity, but [...]