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Premier League hopes to introduce landmark concussion substitute rule
- The Premier League has asked IFAB to trial temporary concussion substitutes with support from the EFL and PFA.
- The plan would allow a substituted player to return if medical checks are passed behind closed doors.
- Clubs would share findings with FIFA and IFAB to determine broader adoption.
- The league has already drafted a framework to prevent exploitation of the rule.
- An added substitution and video oversight would help ensure legitimacy of use.
- IFAB's approval timelines depend on the Annual Business Meeting outcomes.
- The move centers on player welfare, citing research on concussion handling in football.
- Other sports with similar rules, like rugby, show reduced concussion return rates.
- The Premier League notes resources exist to implement the trial in most top clubs.
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