What if Thierry Henry took over as FIFA president? His vision could flip football on its head. These are four bold rule changes he’d bring in — and the last one? It’s seriously next level.
First — bonus points for scoring. Bag three goals in a match? That’s an extra point. Hit six? You earn two. It would reward attacking football and push teams to play with real intensity.
Second — punish timewasting. If a team tries to stall the game, the opponent gets a free kick from 25 yards out. No more dragging the clock or fake cramps in the 90th minute.
Third — temporary subs. If a player goes down injured, the team can slot in a temporary replacement so they’re not stuck defending with ten men.
And lastly — referee accountability. After every match, officials would have to face the media and explain their decisions. No more confusing VAR drama — just clarity and responsibility.
So, which of these would you want to see in the game today?