Fifa introduces new law changes for 2026 World Cup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:18 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Fifa has announced 11 new law changes for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, aimed at expediting matches and enhancing player conduct. These measures include time-saving protocols for goal-kicks and throw-ins, with countdowns implemented to discourage time-wasting. Substitutions will now have a 10-second limit for players leaving the pitch, potentially leaving teams with 10 players if not adhered to. Additionally, players who receive treatment must remain off the field for one minute, extending previous regulations. These new rules are set to be adopted across various leagues, including the Premier League and Scottish Premiership.
- •11 new laws introduced for 2026 World Cup
- •Countdowns for goal-kicks and throw-ins implemented
- •Substituted players have 10 seconds to leave the pitch
- •Players must sit out for one minute after treatment
- •New rules apply in Premier League and Scottish Premiership next season
- 1:18 PMYahoo Sports — VAR, timewasting and subs - World Cup law changes explained
- 1:18 PMBBC Sport — VAR, timewasting and subs - World Cup law changes explained
"The 2026 World Cup is going to be unprecedented for a variety of reasons - and that includes the sheer number of law changes.
"The 2026 World Cup is going to be unprecedented for a variety of reasons - and that includes the sheer number of law changes.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 1:18 PMVAR, timewasting and subs - World Cup law changes explained
The 2026 World Cup is going to be unprecedented for a variety of reasons - and that includes the sheer number of law changes.
- BBC SportJun 10, 2026, 1:18 PMVAR, timewasting and subs - World Cup law changes explained
The 2026 World Cup is going to be unprecedented for a variety of reasons - and that includes the sheer number of law changes.
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