VAR, timewasting and subs - new rules for the new season

Core Impact Points

• Countdowns for goal-kicks and throw-ins will be introduced to prevent players from deliberately delaying the restart of play.
• Time-limited substitutions will be implemented, with substituted players having 10 seconds to leave the field at the nearest point.
• Stricter penalties for timewasting will be enforced, including the opposition being awarded a corner if a goalkeeper takes too long over a goal-kick.
• The new rules aim to reduce stoppage time and increase the average time the ball is in play, as seen in the World Cup.
• The changes will be deployed across all English football leagues, from the Premier League to Sunday leagues, except for the video assistant referee (VAR).