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The FA Cup is introducing a game-changing rule next season

Published 12:23 27 Jul 2016 BST

Updated 12:27 27 Jul 2016 BST

Robert Redmond
The FA Cup is introducing a game-changing rule next season

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Teams will be allowed a fourth substitute in extra-time of the FA Cup's latter stages next season.

From the quarter-final stage, teams will be able introduce an extra player if the game goes into extra-time, a move that could potentially have a significant effect on games. The extra substitution could influence a manager's tactics, or could be used to aid an injured player. Last season, Jesse Lingard came off the bench to win the FA Cup final for Manchester United in extra-time against Crystal Palace. Manchester United v Crystal Palace - The Emirates FA Cup Final The extra substitute in extra-time was used at the Copa America earlier this summer, after the International Football Association Board, who set football's rules, changed the rule earlier this year. A fourth substitute will be allowed in extra-time will also be used at the Rio Olympics, and the Club World Cup later this year.
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The FA Cup is introducing a game-changing rule next season