Goalkeeper 8-second rule → Just say the corner kick cap, EPL, let's find out about the different rules!
Aug 15, 2025
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First of all, the first visible change is that Nike soccer balls will not be used from this season. EPL parted ways with Nike after 25 years and signed with Puma. German brand Puma's first EPL official ball is 'Orbita Ultimate PL'.
Changes in the rules of the stadium should also be noted. This season, the EPL actively introduced new rules for a more dynamic league. The will to prevent time delays and respect for referees was actively reflected.
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First, the goalkeeper's 8-second rule will be introduced to prevent deliberate delays in the game. As a new crackdown on the goalkeeper's time-dragging behavior, the referee gives a warning through a five-second countdown, and if the goalkeeper owns the ball for more than eight seconds, the opponent will be given a corner kick.
The previous rule was an indirect free kick with a six-second limit, but it has never been applied in practice. Arsenal are the team that spent the most time in the league last season, and are considered the team that will be most affected by the rule as manager Arsen Wenger has publicly criticized the part in recent months.
This rule has already been tested at the U.S. Club World Cup. Al-Hilal goalkeeper Yasin Bunu allowed a corner kick while holding the ball for too long in the extra time of the group match against Real Madrid (1-1 draw).
Clubs and managers were also notified of additional crackdowns on diving and simulation.
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They also agreed to adopt the 'captain only' rule to prevent players appealing to the referee's decision from overbearing the referee. Only the captain was given the authority to access the referee during the game. If the captain is a goalkeeper, a field player may be appointed to play the role before the start of the game. The International Football Association (IFB) has recommended this method in all competitions, but it was not mandatory, but EPL introduced it for the first time this season. The rules were applied on a trial basis in the European Champions League, Europa League and European Conference League, and after the decision, it was effective in reducing the problem of a large number of players flocking to referees.
▶ Double-touch penalty kicks can be kicked again
It is a rare scene that is difficult to come out of the EPL all season, but a rule has been introduced that even if you accidentally touch it twice during the penalty kick process, you can try again if it leads to a goal. This has already been applied in the shootout of the women's Euro final this summer. The net was once blocked by the opposing goalkeeper on the second try after England's Vesmed had two touches in the shootout PK. According to previous regulations, it was a scene that could not be kicked again after being recorded as a miss.
▶Evolution of fan-centered relay system
The broadcasting method for fans for the EPL in the home room has also become more fan-friendly. All matches except Saturday at 3 p.m. (local time) will be broadcast live. At least 215 games will be broadcast on Sky Sports and 52 games will be broadcast by TNT. Sky Sports offers a multi-view option that allows viewers to watch up to four games simultaneously, and introduces 'Ref Cam' from the third week after the opening, allowing viewers to see the game more closely.
In addition, the new TV broadcasting rights contract will allow access to the team's locker room and halftime interviews with players and coaches. VAR graphics will be used more in explaining the offside situation, and the scene of notifying the audience when the referee's subjective explanation changes will also be broadcast on TV. The semi-automatic offside system introduced in the final week of the 2024-2025 season will continue to apply to the new season.However, as a record nine teams (including six European Champions League teams) will participate in the European League this season, EPL will not be able to keep its promise of six weeks' advance notice when the game is rescheduled.
Reporter Jeon Young-ji sky4us@sportschosun.com
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
