March 31, (THEWILL) – English Premier League teams agreed to amend the regulations governing substitute players following a meeting of Premier League Shareholders on Thursday to discuss a variety of issues.
From next season, EPL clubs will be allowed to make five substitutions, three of which can be made during a match and one more at half-time.
As a result, the EPL can name a total of nine substitutes on the squad sheet, joining leagues like Spain and Germany in Europe’s top divisions that allow for five substitutions every game. The change will be advantageous for teams with squad depth like Manchester City and Liverpool.
In other matters discussed, it was agreed that the Summer 2022 Transfer Window will commence on June 10 and expire on September 1 at 23:00 BST, in accordance with other European leagues.
Furthermore, the Premier League has updated the remaining COVID-19 measures today. The League will discontinue twice-weekly COVID-19 testing of players and personnel on April 4 and instead focus on symptomatic testing.
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