Bundesliga & 2. Bundesliga clubs allowed to make five substitutions

The Deutsche Fußball Liga (DFL) has confirmed that Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga will each be able to make up to five substitutions per game, until the end of the season.

The temporary rule change was announced following a video meeting on Thursday, which included 36 clubs agreeing to implement the change.

Accepting the International Football Association Board (IFAB) proposal, clubs have a total of three opportunities to make a substitution during a game, including the half-time break.

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