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Premier League introduces new rules for the upcoming season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:42 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Premier League introduces new rules for the upcoming season

Summary

The Premier League will implement significant changes for the upcoming season, which resumes on August 21 with the match between Arsenal and Coventry. Key modifications include extended pitch treatment time, a countdown timer for throw-ins and goal kicks, and a limit for substituted players to exit the field. In addition, VAR will review any second yellow cards that lead to a red card. These adjustments aim to streamline gameplay without expanding VAR's reach concerning corner decisions.

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By the Numbers

•Season resumes on August 21 with Arsenal-Coventry.
•Players receiving treatment must leave the pitch for one minute.
•Countdown timers for throw-ins and goal kicks will be introduced.
•Substituted players have 10 seconds to exit the pitch.
•VAR will review incidents leading to second yellow cards.

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1:42 PMYahoo Sports — The Premier League announces new rules for this season 📝

What they're saying

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Big changes ahead!As the season resumes on August 21 with Arsenal-Coventry, the Premier League has announced new rules for the upcoming campaign. Four new rules, to be exact:- A player receiving treat...
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