India, July 10 -- The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals have brought extra pressure for several star players, with as many as 16 footballers at risk of missing the semifinals if they receive another yellow card. All eight quarterfinalists had at least one player walking a disciplinary tightrope heading into the last-eight fixtures. However, with Michael Olise avoiding suspension in France's 2-0 win over Morocco, the list now features six teams.

England are among the team with the biggest concerns, with four players each in danger of suspension. Big names such as Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice and Granit Xhaka are all one booking away from missing a potential semifinal.

What is the suspension criteria?

Under FIFA's World Cup knockout-stag...