World Cup Rules 2022: Squad Changing On Injury Elaborated!
There are so many games in a World Cup, injuries will always be an unavoidable side effect. What are the World Cup Rules that come in force in these situations?
We have already witnessed one catastrophic injury, a few concussions, and a scare for England’s captain after just a few days of play in Qatar.
Just 13 minutes into France’s victory over Australia, Lucas Hernandez’s World Cup and likely season came to an abrupt stop. It was established that the Bayern Munich defender seriously damaged his knee during the Socceroos’ opening goal.
France's injuries heading into the World Cup 💔🤕 pic.twitter.com/KyXAQpsUqU
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) November 19, 2022
One of the greatest concerns for players and coaches is injuries, particularly with just five days until the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Being fit at this time is essential for them because the event is a significant opportunity for many players and is only held once every four years. Key players, however, might sustain injuries at any time, especially during the World Cup.
Can Teams Replace Injured Players? World Cup Rules Explained!
In accordance with Article 24, paragraph 3 of the FIFA rules for the Qatar 2022 World Cup, teams may replace players who are unable to compete due to injury or serious sickness up to 24 hours prior to their first World Cup match.
🚨 Neymar OUT of Brazil’s remaining 2 World Cup group games with an injury. pic.twitter.com/c07UIkX03A
— Transfer Dan (@TheTransferOne) November 25, 2022
Due to the fact that the World Cup begins on November 20, the players’ obligations to their clubs won’t typically complete until a week prior. As a result, players may sustain injuries with their clubs before joining the national squad.
Up until they join the traveling party, the 26 players will be the subject of coaches’ intense anticipation.
reminder that Salah scored 2 goals in 2 games in the World Cup playing with an injury and a horrible Egypt team.
doesn't get talked about enough. pic.twitter.com/VlWMcFFPPB
— . (@kareemasr) November 26, 2022
The regulations further provide that replacements are not need to be chosen from the first 55-man provisional lists from which 26-man teams have to be chosen.
The substitute player must also display the injured player’s number on his jersey.
Probably one of the worst injuries I’ve seen in World Cup history.
Saudi Arabia player pic.twitter.com/KddciGU75C— bishara🀄️ (@bishara_crypto) November 23, 2022
Finally, FIFA mandates that the Medical Committee must declare that the player is ineligible to compete due to their injury.
Players hurt during the World Cup cannot be replaced once a side has started its competition, but Qatar’s teams have been expanded to 26 players.
Brilliant to see Graham Arnold including Martin Boyle in Australia's celebrations after missing the World Cup with an ACL injury 👏🏻 pic.twitter.com/6xmci2t9jH
— Andrew Maclean (@AndrewMaclean_) November 26, 2022
In other words, as opposed to previous World Cups, the final list has changed from 23 players to between 23 and 26, giving coaches more leeway and breathing room in the event that injuries arise during the competition.
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