Trial to be introduced in bid to prevent goalkeeper tactical time-outs

Measures planned to run throughout 2026-27 seasonIfab yet to give permission for proposed rule changeEnglish football will introduce a trial this season in an effort to end the goalkeeper tactical time-out.The trial – backed collectively by Pro Ref, the Football Association, Premier League, English Football League, Women’s Super League and the National League – aims to prevent goalkeeper injuries used to disrupt momentum and allow opportunities for tactical instruction. Continue reading...

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