Premier League to crack down on goalkeepers faking injury

LONDON -- The new Premier League season is set to trial a crackdown on goalkeepers who appear to feign injury in order to disturb the flow of the game or give time for coaches to instruct players.

The English Football Association on Monday said the move has been approved by global soccer's rulemaking panel.

"English football has received approval from the International Football Association Board [IFAB] to introduce a new goalkeeper injury trial for the 2026-27 season as part of its ongoing commitment to maintaining the pace and flow of matches," the FA said.