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Israeli Football Referees Introduce New Rules to Speed Up Play and Expand VAR Use

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First reported by N12 · Aug 15, 2026

What happened

Ahead of the 2026/27 Israeli football season, refereeing chief Ziv Adler announced new rules to reduce game delays, expand VAR use, and improve transparency with teams. Key changes include stricter substitution and injury protocols, faster VAR corrections, and disciplinary measures for team officials. The goal is to increase active playing time and reduce errors.

  • 01New rules enforce quicker substitutions and require injured players to leave field for treatment.
  • 02VAR use expands to correct clear errors within 10 seconds and review fouls before set pieces.
  • 03Teams can access video clips of referee decisions, promoting transparency.
  • 04Disciplinary rules restrict team officials from leaving benches to maintain order.
  • 05Refereeing roster updated with promotions and focus on younger referees.
  • 06Matches continue despite flares unless smoke obstructs key camera views.

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N12Center · HebrewAug 15, 2026
Israeli Football Referees Introduce New Rules to Speed Up Play and Expand VAR Use
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 15, 2026
Israeli Football Referees Introduce New Rules to Speed Up Play and Expand VAR Use

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