SUBSTITUTIONS have been a topic of discussion in the world of football for several years, with the recent introduction of five changes in the Premier League.
The league were torn between whether to increase the numbers of changes allowed after the five substitutions rule was introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Going back to three substitutes for a season, the Premier League soon voted to increase the number to allow further changes in matches.
UEFA have stuck with the role, the Premier League reverted back top it and now FIFA have made their decision for the World Cup.
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The expansion took place back in 2020 as a temporary rule, being described as an effort to protect both the physical and mental wellbeing of players before being adopted by leagues around the world on a more permanent basis.
Coaches such as former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel praised the idea, while criticising the Premier League when they reverted back to a limit of three substitutes.
And now, FIFA have made the decision to allow up to five changes for the World Cup, as was confirmed in June.
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This rule allowed another change from FIFA, with teams now allowed to bring squads of up to 26 players each.
More substitutions will allow managers at the tournament to refresh their teams, which is much needed during the World Cup in the winter, taking place midway through the domestic league seasons.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
