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Football Season 2023.
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Do you think introducing a sin bin could finally stop the cheating?
Plans for football to introduce 10-minute sin-bins for cynical fouls and dissent have been recommended for trialling in the professional game.
The game's lawmakers, the International Football Association Board (Ifab), said it will "identify which levels are best to test".
The trial will also include a rule allowing only the team captain to approach the referee during a game.
Sin-bins have been trialled at grassroots level since 2019.
The proposals were announced at an Ifab meeting in London on Tuesday and are subject to approval at their Annual General Meeting in March 2024.
Former referee Pierluigi Collina, chairman of the Fifa referees committee who sits on the governing body's technical subcommittee, said the proposed trials would "very probably" involve professional football.
Ifab secretary Lukas Brud said one of the next steps was to identify the appropriate competition where the trials could take place.
"The positive message of the meeting is that 'yes, we're going to do something in that direction'," Brud told BBC Sport.
"Over the next weeks and months we are going to identify which levels are best to test.
"I'm hoping in the next few months we will have clarity about which competitions will want to trial this as well.
"It's up to them, competition organisers, to decide whether they want to participate in those trials or not.
"I think it is important to understand that something big like this, and a big decision like that, has to be considered thoroughly when creating protocols and setting up the system to trial it."
They were then introduced across all levels of grassroots football from the 2019-20 season in an attempt to to improve levels of respect and fair play.
The rule change was then implemented up to step five of the National League system and tier three and below in women's football.
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham, a member of the Ifab board, indicated sin-bins for tactical fouls could also be considered in the future.
"I think [there is] frustration for fans watching games when they see a promising counter-attack that's ruined by that [a tactical foul]," Bullingham said.
"The question of whether a yellow card is sufficient for that has led to us looking at whether that should be involved in the protocol as well.
"The starting point was looking at player behaviour and dissent - we're then looking at whether we should extend it into other areas, such as tactical fouls, as well."
Sin-bin trial plan recommended for professional games
By Alex HowellBBC SportPlans for football to introduce 10-minute sin-bins for cynical fouls and dissent have been recommended for trialling in the professional game.
The game's lawmakers, the International Football Association Board (Ifab), said it will "identify which levels are best to test".
The trial will also include a rule allowing only the team captain to approach the referee during a game.
Sin-bins have been trialled at grassroots level since 2019.
The proposals were announced at an Ifab meeting in London on Tuesday and are subject to approval at their Annual General Meeting in March 2024.
Former referee Pierluigi Collina, chairman of the Fifa referees committee who sits on the governing body's technical subcommittee, said the proposed trials would "very probably" involve professional football.
Ifab secretary Lukas Brud said one of the next steps was to identify the appropriate competition where the trials could take place.
"The positive message of the meeting is that 'yes, we're going to do something in that direction'," Brud told BBC Sport.
"Over the next weeks and months we are going to identify which levels are best to test.
"I'm hoping in the next few months we will have clarity about which competitions will want to trial this as well.
"It's up to them, competition organisers, to decide whether they want to participate in those trials or not.
"I think it is important to understand that something big like this, and a big decision like that, has to be considered thoroughly when creating protocols and setting up the system to trial it."
Trials on sin-bins for tactical fouling under consideration
Sin-bins were piloted in 2018-19 and led to the Football Association reporting a 38% total reduction in dissent across 31 leagues.They were then introduced across all levels of grassroots football from the 2019-20 season in an attempt to to improve levels of respect and fair play.
The rule change was then implemented up to step five of the National League system and tier three and below in women's football.
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham, a member of the Ifab board, indicated sin-bins for tactical fouls could also be considered in the future.
"I think [there is] frustration for fans watching games when they see a promising counter-attack that's ruined by that [a tactical foul]," Bullingham said.
"The question of whether a yellow card is sufficient for that has led to us looking at whether that should be involved in the protocol as well.
"The starting point was looking at player behaviour and dissent - we're then looking at whether we should extend it into other areas, such as tactical fouls, as well."
The trial will also include a rule allowing only the team captain to approach the referee during a game.
Thus is much needed imo.
Thus is much needed imo.
Good news as that is another thing that annoys me when i watch games, bring it on for me and get rid of VAR while they are at it.
I wonder if Mr Ceferin would like some sugar to put on those sour grapes. 
Fans and clubs can be convinced to back new plans for a breakaway European competition, says the head of the organisation behind the new proposal.
In 2021, 12 teams signed up to the breakaway European Super League (ESL) designed to rival Uefa competitions.
On Thursday, the European Court of Justice ruled that banning clubs from joining the league was unlawful and the revamped ESL was outlined hours later.
However, Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin mocked the new proposals.
Speaking in a news conference on Thursday, Ceferin said "football is not for sale" and that he looked forward to watching a two-team tournament.
"We will not try to stop them. They can create whatever they want," he added.
The new proposal - put forward by A22, the organisation which backed the original ESL - is for a league system which would include 64 men's clubs and 32 women's clubs.
A22 chief executive Bernd Reichart told BBC Sport the proposals had "evolved" from the original ESL as it outlines an annual promotion and relegation system with no permanent members.
There was widespread fury and condemnation to the original ESL plan from fans, supporter groups, European domestic leagues and even government, leading to the collapse of the proposal within 72 hours.
"The 99% of the critics [of the original ESL] in the UK were against permanent membership, that you cannot be relegated," Reichart said.
"They saw that as a betrayal of the tradition of football. We are now talking about an open, accessible, meritocratic league system in Europe side by side with domestic leagues, late mid-week leaving the national leagues untouched.
"If we convince clubs and convince their fans, why wouldn't fans not join?"
He suggested there are clubs who are interested in the new proposal, but he refused to name them over fears he would "divide football again".
"We want to make a proposal which is steadily convincing clubs and fans," he said.
"The most important part is it's going to be at the daylight - no-one will have to fear sanctions anymore and can actually contribute to a proposal.
"If no club is convinced, no proposal, not even ours, will move forward."
The A22 chief explained the new format, based on sporting merit only, would prioritise players' health as it was built around the current football calendar.
"We are not increasing the number of matchdays, but we are filling them with a better, more exciting competition," he said.
Reichart also said the new proposal could offer opportunities to smaller clubs who are performing well, such as La Liga leaders Girona, where they can play 14 games and "participate in the European dream from the first match to the last match".
"Supporters are of vital importance to the game and they have time and again made clear their opposition to a 'breakaway' competition that severs the link between domestic and European football," the statement added.
Champions League holders Manchester City said their position to a breakaway league "has not changed", adding: "We remain committed to that values of European football."
Manchester United and Tottenham also said they remain committed to Uefa competitions while Bayern Munich said "the door for the Super League remains closed".
United were one of the founding clubs of the original ESL but backed out following widespread condemnation of the plans.
Ceferin said Uefa sees the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling as a "chance to improve some regulations" after the governing body came under fire for changes made to the Champions League format, set to come into effect from the 2024-25 season.
However, he also felt the ECJ decision was based on "old facts". Uefa says it has made improvements in its rules since the ESL was first proposed which "comply with all relevant European laws and regulations".
Nasser Al-Khelaifi, chairman of the European Clubs Association (ECA), said: "They see it as a victory but it isn't that at all."
He added that Uefa is "working on security, medical and reform of competitions" and that clubs still recognise Uefa competitions as the best in the world.
"We don't need to threaten or banish anyone. Do your own competition, it is fine. But the best club competition in the world is the Champions League," he said.
"The brand has existed for years and years. The music in itself is a brand."
Out of the 12 clubs involved only Barcelona and Real Madrid maintained their interest in the creation of a new European competition.
Emboldened by criticism of the revamped ESL plans from multiple clubs as well as the German, French and English leagues, Ceferin mocked that only two clubs would take part in a new competition.
"I hope they start their fantastic competition as soon as possible, with two clubs," he said.
"I watched the so-called presentation of A22. It's hard to decide if you should be shocked or amused by the show. It's even more closed than 2021 and that was rejected by everyone."
BBC Sport
Fans and clubs can be convinced to back new plans for a breakaway European competition, says the head of the organisation behind the new proposal.
In 2021, 12 teams signed up to the breakaway European Super League (ESL) designed to rival Uefa competitions.
On Thursday, the European Court of Justice ruled that banning clubs from joining the league was unlawful and the revamped ESL was outlined hours later.
However, Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin mocked the new proposals.
Speaking in a news conference on Thursday, Ceferin said "football is not for sale" and that he looked forward to watching a two-team tournament.
"We will not try to stop them. They can create whatever they want," he added.
The new proposal - put forward by A22, the organisation which backed the original ESL - is for a league system which would include 64 men's clubs and 32 women's clubs.
A22 chief executive Bernd Reichart told BBC Sport the proposals had "evolved" from the original ESL as it outlines an annual promotion and relegation system with no permanent members.
There was widespread fury and condemnation to the original ESL plan from fans, supporter groups, European domestic leagues and even government, leading to the collapse of the proposal within 72 hours.
"The 99% of the critics [of the original ESL] in the UK were against permanent membership, that you cannot be relegated," Reichart said.
"They saw that as a betrayal of the tradition of football. We are now talking about an open, accessible, meritocratic league system in Europe side by side with domestic leagues, late mid-week leaving the national leagues untouched.
"If we convince clubs and convince their fans, why wouldn't fans not join?"
He suggested there are clubs who are interested in the new proposal, but he refused to name them over fears he would "divide football again".
"We want to make a proposal which is steadily convincing clubs and fans," he said.
"The most important part is it's going to be at the daylight - no-one will have to fear sanctions anymore and can actually contribute to a proposal.
"If no club is convinced, no proposal, not even ours, will move forward."
The A22 chief explained the new format, based on sporting merit only, would prioritise players' health as it was built around the current football calendar.
"We are not increasing the number of matchdays, but we are filling them with a better, more exciting competition," he said.
Reichart also said the new proposal could offer opportunities to smaller clubs who are performing well, such as La Liga leaders Girona, where they can play 14 games and "participate in the European dream from the first match to the last match".
'We don't need to threaten or banish anyone'
Domestic leagues across Europe were quick to condemn A22's new project, including the Premier League, which said in a statement it will "continue to reject any such concept" as the ESL."Supporters are of vital importance to the game and they have time and again made clear their opposition to a 'breakaway' competition that severs the link between domestic and European football," the statement added.
Champions League holders Manchester City said their position to a breakaway league "has not changed", adding: "We remain committed to that values of European football."
Manchester United and Tottenham also said they remain committed to Uefa competitions while Bayern Munich said "the door for the Super League remains closed".
United were one of the founding clubs of the original ESL but backed out following widespread condemnation of the plans.
Ceferin said Uefa sees the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling as a "chance to improve some regulations" after the governing body came under fire for changes made to the Champions League format, set to come into effect from the 2024-25 season.
However, he also felt the ECJ decision was based on "old facts". Uefa says it has made improvements in its rules since the ESL was first proposed which "comply with all relevant European laws and regulations".
Nasser Al-Khelaifi, chairman of the European Clubs Association (ECA), said: "They see it as a victory but it isn't that at all."
He added that Uefa is "working on security, medical and reform of competitions" and that clubs still recognise Uefa competitions as the best in the world.
"We don't need to threaten or banish anyone. Do your own competition, it is fine. But the best club competition in the world is the Champions League," he said.
"The brand has existed for years and years. The music in itself is a brand."
'I hope they start their fantastic competition... with two clubs'
The ESL saga began in April 2021 when news broke that 12 teams - including English teams Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham - had signed up to the breakaway competition.Out of the 12 clubs involved only Barcelona and Real Madrid maintained their interest in the creation of a new European competition.
Emboldened by criticism of the revamped ESL plans from multiple clubs as well as the German, French and English leagues, Ceferin mocked that only two clubs would take part in a new competition.
"I hope they start their fantastic competition as soon as possible, with two clubs," he said.
"I watched the so-called presentation of A22. It's hard to decide if you should be shocked or amused by the show. It's even more closed than 2021 and that was rejected by everyone."
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The legend is leaving, what a start to the weekend 
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Feckin hell is this a wind up
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Unfortunately not, not sure who will get the job. The full backroom staff is leaving as well
I might put a sneaky bet on Germany winning the next world cup
This a sad day indeed, and not just for Liverpool
I didn't watch the whole video so in brief why is he leaving.
I have a feeling if we keep on winning it wont be long before we see the same massage from Pep he has done what he came here to do i have a feeling he will not retire here.
I have a feeling if we keep on winning it wont be long before we see the same massage from Pep he has done what he came here to do i have a feeling he will not retire here.
I have said this to many people, he has nothing left to win in the domestic game same for Pep, just imagine these 2 at international level
What makes Kloppo the stand out is the fact he was a player one day who was asked if he would become manger at Mainz and he yes but i don't play no more, the rest is history, together with bouvak and Kravizt he learned it all as he went, Jose learned under Bobby Robson and Ancellotti Not sure about Pep but i think it was Ancellotti who by the way worked with a lot of todays great managers, Peter Kavitz known as the eye is the video man in Klopps team and is very very good by all accounts
It took ill health for Fergie to chuck it ,sounds as if Klopps made of softer stuff.
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I think maybe he is putting his family first. Nothing wrong with that
No i don't think so, he always said he wouldn't be doing it forever and people like him don't achieve what they do being soft feckers. i will be sad to see him go but i also wish him a long and happy life with his family at an age they can enjoy it, we have a saying round these parts, chimney were smoking when you got here and it will carry on smoking after your gone,
No he is a quick learner
What a brilliant game last night it could easily have have gone either way, glad they still have some football on TV for free.
Who would Liverpool fans like as their next manager?
