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English football is making pitches safer by banning concrete and brick barriers at hundreds of lower-league clubs. The change comes after a tragic collision prompted officials to review safety standards and protect future players.
English football has banned concrete perimeter walls around pitches following the death of 21-year-old Billy Vigar, who died from a brain injury after colliding with a wall during a match. The safety change will protect thousands of players across England's football leagues.
Researchers discovered a simple fix that could protect football players from brain damage without changing how the game is played. New ball designs could reduce dangerous pressure waves by up to 55 times.
