Football NewsBundesligaUnverified source· 30 Jul 2026
Bundesliga adopts 2026 World Cup rule changes
New rules target time-wasting and expand VAR powers from the 2026/27 season.
Competition
Bundesliga & Bundesliga 2
Effective
2026/27 season
Key change
5-second countdown at goal-kicks and throw-ins
Substitution
10 seconds to leave pitch
VAR
Can review second yellow leading to red
What happened. The Bundesliga will implement several rule changes for the 2026/27 season, based on those introduced at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aimed at reducing time-wasting and adjusting VAR protocols.
- Exceeding time at goal-kick gives corner to opponent.
- Injured players must stay off pitch for one minute.
- VAR can intervene in mistaken identity for bookings.
The changes aim to speed up play and improve fairness, following global trends.
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