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Sanchez Treatment Halts FA Cup Semi, IFAB Delays Rule Change

4/28/2026

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Robert Sanchez stopped play for treatment during FA Cup semi-final between Chelsea and Leeds United.
Referee Jarred Gillett blew whistle, sent physio onto pitch and ordered Chelsea’s outfield players to jog to technical area.
Leeds fans booed interruption while captain Ethan Ampadu attempted to join Chelsea’s team talk.
The International Football Association Board has not approved a rule change for next season and will invite leagues to trial the measures.

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Robert Sanchez stopped play for treatment during FA Cup semi-final between Chelsea and Leeds United.
Referee Jarred Gillett blew whistle, sent physio onto pitch and ordered Chelsea’s outfield players to jog to technical area.
Leeds fans booed interruption while captain Ethan Ampadu attempted to join Chelsea’s team talk.
The International Football Association Board has not approved a rule change for next season and will invite leagues to trial the measures.