NEW RULES DEBUT
Premier League officials are set to implement significant rule changes next season, focusing on hair pulling, set-piece grappling, and goalkeeper tactical timeouts. Three players faced red cards for hair pulling last season, prompting a review. Referees will now prioritize force and intent. Measures were agreed at the Premier League AGM to address these common frustrations, aiming for a cleaner, faster game. A solution for timewasting goalies is also on the horizon.
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