FIFA Prepares New Rule Requiring Injured Players to Wait One Minute Before Re-entering Field
Summary
FIFA is set to introduce a new rule requiring injured players to wait one minute off the field before returning, aiming to reduce time-wasting and maintain game flow.
Key Points
- FIFA plans a new rule mandating injured players to stay off the field for at least one minute before re-entering.
- The rule aims to curb time-wasting by players feigning injuries during matches.
- Similar injury timing rules exist in American Major League Soccer and the English Premier League.
- If approved, the rule will take effect globally from the next football season onward.
