Conmebol Seeks to Optimize Game Time in Matches
Asunción – The South American Football Confederation (Conmebol) has announced a series of measures to reduce interruptions in football matches. The main objective is to get as close as possible to 90 minutes of effective playing time, thereby improving the dynamics and quality of the sporting spectacle. The initiative, driven by the Conmebol’s Competitions and Operations Department, seeks to reduce intentional delays and increase the competitiveness of South American football. The Conmebol headquarters are located in Luque, Paraguay.Focus on Responsibility and Fair Play
Conmebol emphasizes that these actions are designed to minimize disruptions caused by substitutions and medical attention. The aim is to ensure greater control of playing time and to sanction those who deliberately delay the resumption of the match.The measures include the strict application of the regulations in the face of unnecessary delays. A call is made for the responsibility and collaboration of leaders, players, technical staff, referees and fans. The expected final result is a more competitive and dynamic South American football, based on fair play and a solid sportsmanship.With less time wasted there will be more play, with more play the demand increases and with it the attractiveness of matches and tournaments increases, for the benefit of clubs and Associations.
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