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EFL postponement rules explained for international call-ups

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:12 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

EFL postponement rules explained for international call-ups
Summary

Matches in League One and League Two can be postponed due to international call-ups. A club can request a postponement if at least three players are selected for their national teams or if both first and second choice goalkeepers are called up. If approved, clubs must submit requests several days prior to the match. Failures to comply with FIFA guidelines regarding player release can also influence these decisions.

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  • •EFL allows postponements for international call-ups of three players
  • •Goalkeepers also count towards the three-player requirement
  • •Clubs must request postponements five to seven days prior to matches
  • •Players on standby do not qualify for postponement counts
  • •FIFA guidelines dictate player release timings
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why some League One and League two matches get postponed due to international call-ups.

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