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CBF Approves Fixed Brasileirão Match Windows and New Foreign‑Player Limits

The federation says the changes aim to raise stadium attendance by concentrating kickoffs, with implementation dependent on broadcast rights holders approving the plan for 2027.

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Overview

  • Clubs and state federations voted unanimously to adopt a fixed weekly schedule for Série A and Série B after a meeting on Sept. 21, 2026, sending the proposal to broadcasters for final sign‑off.
  • Under the plan Série A will concentrate on Sunday 16:00 fixtures and a midweek 'Super Quarta', while Série B will prioritize Saturdays with three 18:00 base matches and exclusive windows to avoid overlap.
  • The rules introduce Lists A and B for registrations, reserve progressive spots for under‑23 players, and cut the number of foreigners allowed on matchday rosters from nine to eight in 2027 and to five by 2030.
  • Broadcasters hold the power to accept the proposal or request changes, and any requested adjustments would be returned to clubs before the rules take effect in the 2027 season.
  • The CBF framed the move on data showing fragmented scheduling — 51 different timing combinations in Série A and 81 in Série B between 2023 and 2025 — saying standardization should improve attendance, TV coherence and player development pathways.