Leeds United goalkeeper Karl Darlow jumps up to collect a ball(Image: Mark Cosgrove/News Images/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Karl Darlow has questioned whether football’s authorities can clamp down on the increasing roughage seen from set-pieces this season, stating that attacking players are getting away with illegally impeding goalkeepers without punishment.

Amidst the resurgence of set-play routines this season, the attacking team is frequently seen crowding the goalkeeper to prompt pressure and a mistake. In tandem, the line between what is a foul on the ‘keeper and what is not has become more blurry.

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has the final say on what rules are implemented, rather than the Premier League or PGMOL itself. At IFAB’s annual general meeting in February, the crowding of goalkeepers was not discussed.

Leeds United shot-stopper Darlow believes too much favour is being given to attackers and wonders whether lawmakers can eventually intervene. Appearing on the club’s official podcast, the Wales international outlined how a Premier League goalkeeper’s job has become more challenging.

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