Soccer fans hoping to bring the noise to the 2026 World Cup will have to leave their vuvuzelas at home. FIFA has officially prohibited the iconic plastic horns — along with whistles, air horns, and other excessively loud noise-making devices — from all 16 venues across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Vuvuzelas, those long plastic trumpets that became a global phenomenon during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, are a beloved tradition in South African football. However, their constant, droning buzz — often compared to a swarm of angry bees — has drawn widespread criticism for drowning out atmosphere and irritating players and spectators alike.

The updated stadium code of conduct also bans:

Laser pointers and any devices that emit laser beams or similar lights
Reusable water bottles, for safety reasons
Streaking, flashing, or removing clothing to reveal intimate body parts

FIFA has even clarified that body paint and tattoos do not count as clothing.

Violators risk being denied entry or ejected from the stadium. The rules aim to create a safer, more controlled, and family-friendly environment for the tournament, even if it means dialing down some of the wilder fan traditions.