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New rules for 2026-27 EPL season address timewasting and substitutions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

New rules for 2026-27 EPL season address timewasting and substitutions
Summary

The 2026-27 Premier League season will implement several new rules aimed at speeding up the game and reducing timewasting. Key changes include countdowns for goal-kicks and throw-ins, requiring players to restart play promptly, and time-limited substitutions, where players must leave the field within 10 seconds. The new laws are designed to enhance gameplay, building on recent World Cup experiences. These changes will apply across all levels of English football, although the video assistant referee (VAR) will not be affected by the new regulations.

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By the Numbers
  • •New countdowns for goal-kicks and throw-ins to curb timewasting.
  • •Substituted players must leave the field within 10 seconds.
  • •Injured players will be required to stay off for one minute.
  • •Goalkeepers will face stricter penalties for tactical timeouts.
  • •Changes follow initial implementation at the World Cup.
Latest Updates
  • 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — VAR, timewasting and subs - new rules for the new season
  • 11:00 AMBBC Sport — VAR, timewasting and subs - new rules for the new season
What they're saying
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The 2026-27 season will feature an unprecedented number of new laws, mostly designed to tackle tempo disruption and make the game quicker.

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The 2026-27 season will feature an unprecedented number of new laws, mostly designed to tackle tempo disruption and make the game quicker.

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