Overview
- The IFAB approved the 8-second rule in March 2025 to curb excessive delays by goalkeepers.
- It replaces a 2000 regulation that punished holds over six seconds with a yellow card and an indirect free kick.
- French referee Clement Turpin applied the rule on June 17 in the FIFA Club World Cup match between Ulsan Hyundai and Mamelodi Sundowns.
- South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams was penalised for exceeding the eight-second limit, awarding a corner kick to Ulsan Hyundai.
- The restriction is set to roll out in Serie A and other major European competitions next season.