FIFA is contemplating a rule change regarding tiebreakers during the World Cup knockout stage. Currently, teams tied after extra time utilize a coin toss to determine the winner; FIFA proposes reducing this to a single coin toss instead of the existing two. The proposed alteration would only apply to the tournament’s elimination rounds, not group stage matches. This potential shift aims to streamline the tie-breaking process and reduce perceived randomness. The governing body has not yet confirmed when or if the change will be implemented. Details regarding the specific procedures for the single coin toss have not been released. This move follows debate over the fairness of relying on chance to decide crucial matches.