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Law 3: The PlayersAdditional permanent concussion substitutions·Page 61, 2026/27 edition

Additional permanent concussion substitutions

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Competitions may use additional permanent concussion substitutions in accordance with the protocol listed under ‘Notes and modifications'.

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 61 · clause law-3-fa4758c6

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