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Middlesbrough Forward First Affected by New Law
The new rules introduced to combat time-wasting, which were first implemented in England during the 2026-2027 season, establish strict measures to reduce delays during matches. Among these rules, players are required to leave the field more quickly when being substituted, with the departing player given only 10 seconds to exit. If this time is not adhered to, a substitute may enter during the next stoppage after one minute. Additionally, players receiving treatment or being assessed for an injury must leave the pitch for at least one minute, instead of the previous 30 seconds, to help minimize wasted time and increase the pace of the game. The incident involving Middlesbrough striker Will Lankshire, who was unaware of these regulations, highlighted that proper enforcement demands players' awareness. However, the delay in this particular case did not affect the outcome of the match, which his team won 1-0 to secure a spot in the second round.
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