Notes and modificationsKey·Page 23, 2026/27 edition

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· Where the ten seconds are exceeded and the substitute is prevented from entering the field of play, the player being substituted is only cautioned (yellow card) if the delay is excessive.
IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 23 · clause law-x-3e94be61

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The substitute waits a minute, and only an excessive delay is a cardprotocols

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