Liga Portugal approves new rules: 33rd round not simultaneous, more substitutes

The General Assembly of Liga Portugal met on Wednesday in Porto and approved amendments to competition, disciplinary and arbitration regulations. The changes include ending simultaneous fixtures on the 33rd matchday and increasing the number of substitutes. The assembly took place at the league's headquarters in Porto. Representatives from clubs gathered to discuss the regulatory updates. The amendment to competition regulations removes the requirement that all matches of the 33rd round be played at the same time, allowing staggered scheduling. The increase in the number of substitutes aims to give coaches greater flexibility, especially in congested periods. The disciplinary regulations were also revised, though details of the changes were not disclosed in the brief. The arbitration regulations were updated to streamline dispute resolution processes between clubs and the league. The league expects the new rules to be implemented from the upcoming season, improving match organization and player welfare.