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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
2025 Lions Tour could be rocked by special tiebreak twist as Rugby Australia push for ‘superpoint' rule
RUGBY Australia chief Phil Waugh has revealed that the Wallabies have submitted a proposal to the British & Irish Lions to introduce a once-off rule ahead of the summer series. 2 Rugby Australia have submitted a rule proposal to Lions brass ahead of this summer's tests series 2 Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh confirmed that they want the 'superpoint' rule in place incase of a drawn series And ahead of the 2025 tour, the former Wallaby skipper says they want to introduce a 'superpoint' tiebreaker in the event of a drawn test series. Their proposal comes after The superpoint system, which is already used in Super Rugby, involves a ten-minute extra-time period where the first team to score wins. It's a format similar to that of the 'Golden Goal' rule at Football Association World Cups. read more on golf Speaking to the Sydney Morning Herald, former Aussie flanker Waugh confirmed the proposal will now be reviewed by the Lions board. The Aussie icon emphasised Rugby Australia's desire to enhance the fan experience during the 2025 series. He said: 'We've had some really constructive conversations. "That's got to go to the Lions board around whether it's a drawn series, or you decide it through golden point or extra time.' Most read in Rugby Union He added: 'Our preference, if we put the fans at the centre of everything we're doing. "I think that the familiarity that everyone has with 'superpoint' and the interest for that in our market is a good guide. 'Obviously, we will be making sure both parties agree. But I think that if you're thinking about some fan engagement, that's certainly very appealing.' The Lions will play Test matches in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. They take on Argentina in Dublin on June 6 a day prior to making the long haul trip Australia. Farrell's side will then face all the Super Rugby sides, an Invitational Australia and New Zealand side before the three test series (play Melbourne Rebels after the first test) games against the hosts. The test series will reach a climax at the Accor Stadium on August 8 in Sydney. 2025 LIONS SCHEDULE: 20/06/2025 The Lions v Argentina Dublin The Aviva Stadium TBC 28/06/2025 Western Force v The Lions Perth Optus Stadium TBC 02/07/2025 Queensland Reds v The Lions Brisbane Suncorp Stadium TBC 05/07/2025 NSW Waratahs v The Lions Sydney Allianz Stadium TBC 09/07/2025 ACT Brumbies v The Lions Canberra GIO Stadium TBC 12/07/2025 Invitational AU & NZ v The Lions Adelaide Adelaide Oval TBC 19/07/2025 Wallabies v The Lions Brisbane Suncorp Stadium TBC 22/07/2025 Melbourne Rebels v The Lions Melbourne Marvel Stadium TBC 26/07/2025 Wallabies v The Lions Melbourne MCG TBC 02/08/2025 Wallabies v The Lions Sydney Accor Stadium TBC
Qatar Tribune
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
QSL announces special arrangements for Qatar Cup 2025 final
QSL Doha The Qatar Stars League (QSL) announced the arrangements and preparations for Qatar Cup 2025 final between Al Sadd and Al Duhail on Saturday at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium of Al Sadd club (kick-off 7pm). The announcement was made at a press conference held at QSL Headquarters, attended by Hassan Rabiah Al Kuwari, Executive Director of Sales, Marketing and Communication at QSL, and Ahmed Salman Al Adsani, Director of Competitions at QSL, in the presence of media representatives and Qatar Cup Ambassadors. Al Kuwari said, 'I welcome all attendees and congratulate both teams on qualifying for the final of The Glorious Cup to which we attach great importance in terms of preparations and arrangements, in co-operation and co-ordination with all stakeholders and partners, to ensure a distinguished performance at all levels. Tickets for the match went on sale on Monday, May 5, and are available only through QSL's official website A dedicated fan zone will be active two hours before kick-off and will feature related facilities and entertainment activities with the aim of providing a unique fan experience. Valuable prizes will also be available through a raffle, including a car as well as cash prizes totalling QR10,000 for each participant in the Golden Goal half-time activation. Al Kuwari extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to all sponsors, partners, stakeholders, media organisations, Host Broadcaster and Qatar Cup 2025 Ambassadors. Mr. Al Adsani said, 'We congratulate both teams on their participation in the Qatar Cup 2025 final. We also emphasize that our preparations are going on well to ensure a distinguished final, in co-ordination with the two clubs and all relevant parties. We thank them all for their co-operation.' A technical meeting was held with representatives of both teams to discuss organizational procedures, match-day operations and coronation. It was emphasized that, in accordance with what was previously announced, if the match ends in a draw, extra time will be played for 30 minutes, divided into two halves. If the draw persists, penalty shoot-out will be enforced.
Scotsman
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Top 20 rules changes football fans would like to see implemented
Taylor Shaw is campaigning for football referees to wear body cameras after receiving verbal abuse | Lee McLean/SWNS Nearly a third of football fans want instant red cards for anyone who dives. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Other rules fans would like to see include salary caps, 3pm televised kick-offs and a stop clock to accurately track injury time, according to the poll of 2,000 footie followers. One in 10 opted for a hint of nostalgia by suggesting the return of the Golden Goal rule to decide games, with other fun suggestions including 'kick-ins' to replace throw-ins, and no offsides. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The research was commissioned by OLBG, which has also created its own live poll to find out which rules fans want changed the most. Jake Ashton, football betting expert at the brand, said: "Football gets fans going and people spend lots of time and money following their favourite team. 'With the rules often evolving, it's great to see what fans would want introduced if they were given the opportunity to take charge. 'While we know lots on the list will never come to pass, there is definitely a case for some of them." Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The research went on to reveal a quarter of those who had an opinion on the number of subs allowed in a game, want this changed back to a maximum of three. Other things fans want reduced are the number of games available to watch (25 per cent). Of these who said their screens are saturated with too much football, 40 per cent put the Europa Conference League as their top choice to chop. A quarter of those who had an opinion on the number of subs allowed in a game | Shutterstock What rules would you like changed? When it comes to getting to games, a quarter (26 per cent) of those who watch football admit to never going to watch a match in person. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad With three quarters (75 per cent) preferring to watch on TV. TV isn't just popular for watching games, it also ranks first for getting footie fans their news (69 per cent), with online articles (53 per cent) and social media (44 per cent) completing the top trio. Sitting in top spot in the table of fans favourite competitions is the Premier League with almost half (49 per cent) agreeing. And 'goals' scored highest (66 per cent) on the list of things they love about watching or listening to the game. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Just as well, with the top players voted being Mo Salah (23 per cent), Lionel Messi (22 per cent) and Harry Kane (22 per cent) according to the data. There doesn't seem to be any need to inject more fun into football, with 52 per cent of fans not backing the suggestion of introducing NFL-style halftime shows into matches. With seven in 10 (71 per cent) agreeing the game should get back to its roots, as it's become too commercialised. Jake Ashton for OLBG added: 'Whether fans can get to the grounds or choose to watch football on TV, it's important they always get a good experience. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'With a large portion of those who love the game agreeing it would be better sticking more to its roots, it shows the sport doesn't always need these over complicated rule changes. 'This is something rule makers should keep in mind – sometimes less is more.' Top rules changes football fans want to see | Shutterstock Top 20 rules fans would like to see implemented in football: Salary cap on players 3pm kick-offs televised A stop clock to make sure injury time is accurate Red card to anyone who dives Stricter spending cap on clubs Referees have to wear microphones Change the rules around handball to make it simplifier No more VAR Introduce sin bins Give penalties against teams who argue with the referee Get rid of transfer windows and let players move whenever they want The player fouled must take the penalty Bonus points if team scores 4 or more goals in a game Make it so clubs have to include a certain number of youth players in their starting line up Bring back golden goal Allow people to drink alcohol in the stands No offsides Get rid of draws and decide games which do end up in a draw with a penalty shoot-out Unlimited subs Allow kick-ins instead of throw-ins
South Wales Guardian
30-04-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Third of football fans want instant red cards for divers
Other rules fans would like to see include salary caps, 3pm televised kick-offs and a stop clock to accurately track injury time, according to the poll of 2,000 footie followers. One in 10 opted for a hint of nostalgia by suggesting the return of the Golden Goal rule to decide games, with other fun suggestions including 'kick-ins' to replace throw-ins, and no offsides. The research was commissioned by OLBG, which has also created its own live poll to find out which rules fans want changed the most. Jake Ashton, football betting expert at the brand, said: "Football gets fans going and people spend lots of time and money following their favourite team. 'With the rules often evolving, it's great to see what fans would want introduced if they were given the opportunity to take charge. 'While we know lots on the list will never come to pass, there is definitely a case for some of them." The research went on to reveal a quarter of those who had an opinion on the number of subs allowed in a game, want this changed back to a maximum of three. Other things fans want reduced are the number of games available to watch (25 per cent). Of these who said their screens are saturated with too much football, 40 per cent put the Europa Conference League as their top choice to chop. When it comes to getting to games, a quarter (26 per cent) of those who watch football admit to never going to watch a match in person. With three quarters (75 per cent) preferring to watch on TV. TV isn't just popular for watching games, it also ranks first for getting footie fans their news (69 per cent), with online articles (53 per cent) and social media (44 per cent) completing the top trio. Sitting in top spot in the table of fans favourite competitions is the Premier League with almost half (49 per cent) agreeing. And 'goals' scored highest (66 per cent) on the list of things they love about watching or listening to the game. Just as well, with the top players voted being Mo Salah (23 per cent), Lionel Messi (22 per cent) and Harry Kane (22 per cent) according to the data. There doesn't seem to be any need to inject more fun into football, with 52 per cent of fans not backing the suggestion of introducing NFL-style halftime shows into matches. With seven in 10 (71 per cent) agreeing the game should get back to its roots, as it's become too commercialised. Jake Ashton for OLBG added: 'Whether fans can get to the grounds or choose to watch football on TV, its important they always get a good experience. 'With a large portion of those who love the game agreeing it would be better sticking more to its roots, it shows the sport doesn't always need these over complicated rule changes. 'This is something rule makers should keep in mind – sometimes less is more.'
Scotsman
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Top 20 rules changes football fans would like to see implemented
Nearly a third of football fans want instant red cards for anyone who dives. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Other rules fans would like to see include salary caps, 3pm televised kick-offs and a stop clock to accurately track injury time, according to the poll of 2,000 footie followers. Taylor Shaw is campaigning for football referees to wear body cameras after receiving verbal abuse | Lee McLean/SWNS One in 10 opted for a hint of nostalgia by suggesting the return of the Golden Goal rule to decide games, with other fun suggestions including 'kick-ins' to replace throw-ins, and no offsides. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The research was commissioned by OLBG, which has also created its own live poll to find out which rules fans want changed the most. Jake Ashton, football betting expert at the brand, said: "Football gets fans going and people spend lots of time and money following their favourite team. 'With the rules often evolving, it's great to see what fans would want introduced if they were given the opportunity to take charge. 'While we know lots on the list will never come to pass, there is definitely a case for some of them." Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The research went on to reveal a quarter of those who had an opinion on the number of subs allowed in a game, want this changed back to a maximum of three. Other things fans want reduced are the number of games available to watch (25 per cent). Of these who said their screens are saturated with too much football, 40 per cent put the Europa Conference League as their top choice to chop. A quarter of those who had an opinion on the number of subs allowed in a game | Shutterstock What rules would you like changed? When it comes to getting to games, a quarter (26 per cent) of those who watch football admit to never going to watch a match in person. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad With three quarters (75 per cent) preferring to watch on TV. TV isn't just popular for watching games, it also ranks first for getting footie fans their news (69 per cent), with online articles (53 per cent) and social media (44 per cent) completing the top trio. Sitting in top spot in the table of fans favourite competitions is the Premier League with almost half (49 per cent) agreeing. And 'goals' scored highest (66 per cent) on the list of things they love about watching or listening to the game. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Just as well, with the top players voted being Mo Salah (23 per cent), Lionel Messi (22 per cent) and Harry Kane (22 per cent) according to the data. There doesn't seem to be any need to inject more fun into football, with 52 per cent of fans not backing the suggestion of introducing NFL-style halftime shows into matches. With seven in 10 (71 per cent) agreeing the game should get back to its roots, as it's become too commercialised. Jake Ashton for OLBG added: 'Whether fans can get to the grounds or choose to watch football on TV, it's important they always get a good experience. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'With a large portion of those who love the game agreeing it would be better sticking more to its roots, it shows the sport doesn't always need these over complicated rule changes. 'This is something rule makers should keep in mind – sometimes less is more.' Top rules changes football fans want to see | Shutterstock Top 20 rules fans would like to see implemented in football:
