New-rule opener has red, Neymar off for 1 min and anti-mob
Little by little, Brazilian fans are getting used to the countdown for goal kicks and throw-ins, the requirement for a player who received treatment to leave the field, and the ban on covering the mou...
The new rules introduced for the Brasileirão have had an immediate impact on matches. Brazilian fans are gradually adapting to the countdown for goal kicks and throw-ins, a requirement for a player receiving treatment to leave the field, and a ban on covering the mouth during discussions.
During Santos' win over Vasco in the first weekend, goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão needed medical treatment after a collision with Andrés Gómez. Since the goalkeeper can't leave the field, either a player is benched for one minute or the captain steps off, as was the case with Neymar. Arthur Cabral became the first player sent off under the new Vini Jr. Law after arguing with coach Jair Ventura and covering his mouth during the match against Vitória.
Meanwhile, in a Fluminense vs Palmeiras match, referee Anderson Daronco demonstrated the "anti-crowding" gesture, indicating that only the captains can speak to him. Disobeying this rule results in a yellow card.
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