FIFA medical chairman confirms concussion substitute discussions

FIFA medical committee chairman Michel D’Hooghe confirmed the governing body is awaiting a decision on the proposed changes to the concussion rule, including the introduction of a temporary substitute. FIFPro has led calls for change to the current three-minute assessment and treatment of head injuries after high-profile incidents since the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. […]

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