In almost every walk of life, the old saying “the rich get richer while the poor get poorer” is true. Football is no exception. The big clubs make millions, and spend millions, often ploughing revenue back into the club to attain success…
Rolling subs are used in youth and amateur football leagues. It’s only the professional leagues and international competitions that are yet to adopt this rule.
Rochdale and District Sunday League trials a rolling substitutes system
FIFA and other footballing bodies have done well to allow five substitutions in a match, but more subs are needed, especially in top-flight competitions where the gameplay is intense.
While this is a great idea, it would most likely benefit wealthier teams that would have enough resources to pack their squads with super stars.
Rolling substitutes is just one of the several changes that can help improve football for the better.
Rolling subs are used in many other sports, even at the top-flight competitions. Why is the football world lagging behind on this issue?
Rolling subs are used in youth and amateur football leagues. It’s only the professional leagues and international competitions that are yet to adopt this rule.
FIFA and other footballing bodies have done well to allow five substitutions in a match, but more subs are needed, especially in top-flight competitions where the gameplay is intense.