The 7 new rule changes coming to the Premier League next season

By James Copley

Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 GMT

Updated 23rd May 2019, 11:09 GMT

Seven new rules will come in force in the Premier League next season - here, we outline and explain them for you.

Scroll down and click through the pages to see the rule changes.

Here are the seven Premier League rule changes to keep an eye out for next season.

placeholder image — Here are the seven Premier League rule changes to keep an eye out for next season.

Goals scored directly from the hand (even if accidental) and a player creating a goal-scoring opportunity after having gained control of the ball using hands (even if accidental) will no longer be allowed

placeholder image — Goals scored directly from the hand (even if accidental) and a player creating a goal-scoring opportunity after having gained control of the ball using hands (even if accidental) will no longer be allowed

When there is a defensive wall of three or more defenders, the attackers from the opposing are not allowed within one yard of the wall.

placeholder image — When there is a defensive wall of three or more defenders, the attackers from the opposing are not allowed within one yard of the wall.

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