
“Milan” goalkeeper Mike Maignanas was unpleasantly surprised when he found out about the new IFAB rules for goalkeepers yesterday, which will come into effect from July 1 of this year (read more).
The 27-year-old Frenchman decided to express his opinion on social media, where he wrote:
“In 2026, the rules will be further updated.”
“During penalty kicks, goalkeepers will have to turn their backs.
If the impact is withstood, then the opponent will win an indirect penalty kick.”