BBC Sport
The October international break will disappear from 2026, as part of a move that will see the September international period extended.
There will instead be a three-week gap for international fixtures in September, where countries will play four international matches instead of two.
The change is being made for a number of reasons.
These include the 2026 World Cup final having the latest date for a summer World Cup since 1966, with the match due to be played on 19 July.
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