SOUTHEND United and all EFL clubs will be able to make five substitutes in the remainder of their matches this season.
The decision was taken after consultation with the clubs.
An EFL statement confirmed: "Following consultation with clubs, the EFL Board has agreed to increase the permitted number of substitutes to five in all Sky Bet EFL fixtures taking place from 12 noon on Friday 20 November for the remainder of the 2020/21 season.
"Championship Clubs to name up to nine substitutes in their matchday squad, with five permitted to take to the pitch in any fixture.
"League One and League Two Clubs to name up to seven substitutes in their matchday squad, again with five permitted to take to the pitch."
The decision may not make too much impact on Blues who could only name five on the bench for Saturday's 1-0 win at Walsall.
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