Premier League to Crack Down on Goalkeepers 'Feigning Injury' with a New Trial Rule
The proposed change would force a team to remove an outfield player for one minute when a goalkeeper gets treatment, officials said.
- English football is preparing to trial a new system to stop tactical goalkeeper timeouts, requiring teams to remove one outfield player for one minute if a goalkeeper receives on-pitch treatment. Approval from the International Football Association Board is pending.
- Leeds United boss Daniel Farke and Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler have criticized opponents for feigning injury to break up play or receive tactical instruction. Managers expressed frustration that such stoppages disrupt momentum during crucial match moments.
- Under the proposed trial, managers have 10 seconds to nominate a substitute to leave the pitch for one minute following goalkeeper treatment. Exceptions apply if the keeper receives attention for collision, suspected concussion, or bleeding.
- If the International Football Association Board grants permission, the trial could debut during Saturday's Carabao Cup preliminary round match between Tranmere Rovers and Rochdale. This would mark the first time the regulation appears in English professional football.
- The Premier League, English Football League, National League, and Women's Super League have all backed the measure. These organizations await final clearance from the International Football Association Board before implementing the new mandate.
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