Get rid of national cup competitions in football
Football players have been complaining about a congested match calendar. Eliminating national... Read more
by robbiesanders Jun 6, 2026 6 Comments 6 Links
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by Mr N Mar 22, 2026 2 Comments 2 Links
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A stop clock in soccer would be amazing, but the playing time would have to be reduced to reduce physical strain and increase the risk of injuries in players.
Football governing bodies are already considering the stop-clock rule, but it is unlikely to be introduced any soon.
FIFA and referees have been trying to curb time-wasting with longer stoppage times, but a stop-clock would end the problem altogether.
The stop clock rule is needed to prevent time wasting. The average ball-in-play time can be as low as 48 minutes in some football matches!
The stop clock rule is a standard concept in many other sports like basketball and American football. It is long overdue in soccer!