CBF pushes Liga do Futebol do Brasil and rule changes
Key Questions
What is the Liga do Futebol do Brasil and when will it be defined?
The CBF is advancing the creation of the Liga do Futebol do Brasil with monthly meetings scheduled from August to December to set regulations for 2027.
What rule changes are under discussion for Série A?
Discussions include the 'Lei Vini Jr.' and measures against time-wasting, with clubs set to decide on adopting World Cup rules. Referees are receiving training but no launch date is confirmed.
Will semi-automatic offside technology be used in the Copa do Brasil?
The CBF plans to assess semi-automatic offside technology starting from the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil.
How are clubs involved in the Liga discussions?
The CBF has convened clubs from Série A and B to debate the new league structure, beginning meetings in August.
What is the current status of these CBF initiatives?
Both the Liga creation and potential rule changes remain in development, with ongoing club consultations and referee preparations but no final implementation timeline set.
The CBF is pushing forward with the creation of the Liga do Futebol do Brasil, scheduling monthly meetings from August to December to define regulations for 2027. Additionally, discussions continue on potential rule changes for the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, including the 'Lei Vini Jr.' and time-wasting measures. Referees are being trained, but no launch date has been set. This is a developing governance and regulatory story that could reshape Brazilian football.