UEFA approves new rules meant to increase playing time
Roberto Rosetti, Chairman of the UEFA Referees Committee, has unveiled a series of new amendments for the upcoming season of European competitions, including the Champions League. These changes aim to reduce time-wasting, increase actual playing time, and simplify the use of VAR. According to the German news agency, Rosetti stated that UEFA will take a tougher stance on time-wasting, particularly during player substitutions and medical treatment on the pitch. Under the new regulations, a substituted player will have 10 seconds to leave the field. If they exceed this limit, they will be required to wait one minute on the sidelines before…

