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The Premier League announces 2026-27 season dates and rule changes including European qualification details and officiating adjustments.

• Premier League 2026-27 season starts 21 August 2026 and ends 30 May 2027
• Nine Premier League teams qualify for European competitions next season
• Referees will change hair-pulling and holding action enforcement rules for 2026-27 season
• New rules to address goalkeeper tactical timeouts and time-wasting introduced