Throw-ins and corners could be next areas of game to face time limits

The move would be part of an effort to increase effective playing time and improve the fan experience.

ON THE CLOCK: Corners could be subject to time limits in future. Pic: Richard Sellers/PA

Throw-ins and corners could be subject to time limits in future as part of a further clampdown on time-wasting.

Consideration is set to be given to whether countdowns could be trialled for other restarts after early positivity surrounding the introduction of the new eight-second rule for goalkeepers since the start of this season.