Pep suggest more substitutes should be allowed

[Skoorb]

"Pep Guardiola: Man City boss wants up to six substitutes to be used in matches"

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/38270906

Discuss

 

[Bluedub]

Can't see any good reason why not. It may also help with youth development as the likelihood of young players getting a run out increases.

I guess there's the argument that a team could make six subs in the last 10 minutes to kill time but that can be sorted out by just allowing substitutions to happen without all the rigmarole of holding boards up. The fourth official can keep an eye on the number of players on the field and be responsible for the substitutions without the need for the ref to get involved in them.

 

[Buzz Lightyear]

We could have used a proper centre back and Pep got it wrong as subs would help the opposition if they got a lead they could possibly fill the team with defenders and kill off a game.

I would say that Goalkeepers should be allowed to be subbed at anytime if injured

 

[johnkelv]

There is no need and no justification for 6 subs. Just a side issue, would rather have a winter break after New Year to allow the players and staff a breather for two weeks in the sunshine somewhere.