Wtf? Are those for real?
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The 30 minute halves proposal also includes a clock stoppage element, so the games would likely run for similar lengths.
The sin-bin would be interesting, but I’m n sure how it would work long term.
The kick-in doesn’t seem to address anything and seems more like change for the sake of change instead of advancing the game.
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They are what FIFA have come up after consultation with associations.
They say that throw-ins slow the game down.
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Im down to increase the amount of effective play time. But some of these are just not good. That 5 min for a yellow gives such an inbalance. Might as well, shrink the pitch. You’ll get the prepare for 5 minutes parking the bus. Forcefully ruining the game for a bit, free switching 2 defenders in there or something, because why not. It will become an game of errors in my opinion. I Imagine getting a second yellow is fine as well? The boundary between red and yellow will become immense. There is a reason why football is good as it is. If the changes happen, some tactics will become so annoying. Imagine being down 0-1 and getting a yellow. It gives them like 5 free minutes of possesion play to waste time 5 minutes of playing time. How is this increasing joy to watch the game?
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Scrapping throw-ins is a silly idea. If you have kick-ins then every time the ball goes out in the oppositions half it effectively becomes a free-kick which can be pumped into the box. Not for me.
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Sevilla have added 2 more friendlies for their stay in Portugal. After playing PSG on the 27th, they’ll play Roma July 31st & Portimonense August 1st. Back to back.
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Nice… we’re all set now Monchi, enough friendlies 
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I thought la liga might rollback their draconian crowd restrictions after Euro 2020 but so far nothing. It appears (for the moment) that Sevilla will only release 5000 season tickets and I’m not hearing anything about matchday tickets. So RSP is not going to have much atmosphere.
Season ticket holders can do a symbolic renovation for €10 to maintain their rights.
The 5k lucky fans will be selected by electronic lottery.
I think la liga should review its restrictions in light of the fact Euro 2020 does not seem to have created any major spikes in infections.
After the Euro 2020, especially the full crowds on Wembley, it would be really sad for La Liga not to allow at least 50% of capacity (if not full). Football is dead without fans and last season was the most boring season of all… can’t imagine another consecutive season without fans or stupid restrictions that hinder the atmosphere in the stadium.
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Well it’s still up in the air but what they’ve announced today is not too bad. Prices have gone up, a lot. The sale of matchday tickets will not happen because away fans are not allowed.
Then it gets complicated.
They still haven’t refunded all 2019/20 season. The crowd size is also subject to the Andalucian parliament decisions on Covid restrictions but they’re hoping that up to 70% might be admitted if things go well with Covid. Fans will be able to acquire season tickets via internet without the lottery folly.
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We have a Monchi member in Alaska don’t we?
Big earthquake up there. 
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Just renewed my season ticket, the price quoted for my section in the fondo is 465euros.
With the discount for the games missed in 19/20 I paid 350euros including the CL group games.
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@NayNayAK Nathan you safe brother?
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I pay $355 for a standing supporter’s ticket at DCUnited. 465 seems like a bargain considering the quality of football.
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Yeah, don’t even get me started on NFL prices. We drop 400 on a single game ticket at Lambeau every couple of years. Prices for all sports in the States are so expensive.
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I use to have nfl tix for the WFT too damn expensive
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I hope they allow full crowds or at least 80% for new season. It will make things even more exciting. Football has missed the fans. In England we allowing full capacity again for stadiums. We have all restrictions removed. The vaccines work well and I think Spain are not far behind UK on vaccinations.
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Let’s hope so Mark. It’s a bit concerning the new info coming out about the breakthrough cases rising, but let’s hope with good policies, people will be safe.
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Yeah I agree Chris! Like you say safety comes first though. Hopefully we can manage this virus with the vaccines now but time will tell. I hope you are all doing great. Looking forward to the new season. Vamos sevilla!! 
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It’s good to see Papu and Acuna back in training. Let’s hope they come up to speed quickly.
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