Rule changes to the beautiful game that all Leeds United fans need to know

By Andrew Hutchinson

Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 GMT

Updated 2nd Sep 2019, 10:08 GMT

Think you know the rules of football? Think again.

The laws of the game have been tweaked as football continue to figure out the best way forward in a world of changing technology. So how well do you know the changes which came into force in June? READ MORE: 18 photos you'll only understand if you watched Leeds United beat Brentford | Why Leeds United could be affected by VAR this season

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When there is a wall of three or more players attackers are not allowed within one metre of it.

placeholder image — When there is a wall of three or more players attackers are not allowed within one metre of it.

A new change means that the ball is in play as soon as it is touched and it can be played inside the 18-yard box. Opposition players are still not allowed in the box until the ball is played.

placeholder image — A new change means that the ball is in play as soon as it is touched and it can be played inside the 18-yard box. Opposition players are still not allowed in the box until the ball is played.

Players being taken off and replaced must now leave the pitch by the nearest point on the touchline. Fans are no longer forced to watch ludicrously slow walks to the half way line.

placeholder image — Players being taken off and replaced must now leave the pitch by the nearest point on the touchline. Fans are no longer forced to watch ludicrously slow walks to the half way line.

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