The International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA) has placed the issue of extra time on the agenda of its annual meeting next month, which was recently published. Changes agreed on March 4 could take effect next season.
Talks are planned on “possible measures to create a more fair playing field for both teams in terms of the amount of time available in a match, with particular emphasis on stricter consideration of extra time.”
100-minute matches have become commonplace at the last World Cup as the referees followed FIFA’s advice and began adding injury time more carefully, including stoppages for goal celebrations, injuries, video reviews and substitutions.
This directive was part of FIFA’s long-term goal of creating more active playing time on the pitch and adding value to fans and spectators.
