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What is one of the primary duties of assistant referees during a match?

  • To indicate when the whole of the ball has passed out of the field of play. (correct)
  • To officiate if the referee is unable to continue.
  • To replace the match ball when necessary.
  • To submit a report on misconduct after the match.

    • Which of the following is NOT a duty of the fourth official?

  • Determine whether a penalty kick should be taken. (correct)
  • Check the equipment of substitutes.
  • Submit a report on misconduct after the match.
  • Indicate the correct player substitutions.

    • When can assistant referees penalize a player for being in an offside position?

  • If the fourth official indicates that a player is offside.
  • If they are closer to the action than the referee. (correct)
  • Only if the referee is unsure.
  • When the incident happens within the penalty area.

    • What action must the fourth official take when a player is cautioned by mistake due to mistaken identity?

    <p>Notify the referee of the error.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which incident might require the fourth official to submit a report after a match?

    <p>Misconduct occurring out of the view of officials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the English Football Association formed?

    <p>1863</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for organizing the World Football Championship?

    <p>FIFA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the width of all lines on a football field?

    <p>12 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long are the touch lines on a football field?

    <p>90m to 120m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the radius of the centre circle in a football field?

    <p>9.15m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the centre mark located on a football field?

    <p>At the midpoint of the halfway line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the length range of the goal lines on a football field?

    <p>45m to 90m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the penalty area on a football field?

    <p>Bounded by lines 16.5m from each goalpost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended color for a soccer ball according to the guidelines?

    <p>White or bright yellow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of players a team must have for a match to start?

    <p>7 players</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight of a soccer ball per the guidelines?

    <p>450 grams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a substitution, when can a substitute enter the field of play?

    <p>After the player being replaced has left and upon the referee's signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for informing the referee about a substitution?

    <p>The referee must be informed before any substitution is made</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a team do regarding the naming of substitutes before a match?

    <p>Provide the names to the referee prior to the start of the match</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary objectives in promoting fair play?

    <p>To gain trust from players, parents, and fellow employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a team substitute a player according to the guidelines?

    <p>At the halfway line and during a stoppage in play</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following offenses will result in a player being shown a red card?

    <p>Denying an obvious goal-scoring opportunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a requirement when taking a throw-in?

    <p>Using one hand to throw the ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation is a goal kick awarded?

    <p>When the ball is last touched by an offensive player and no goal is scored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will classify a throw-in as a foul throw?

    <p>The player lifts both legs while throwing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the ball considered in play during a goal kick?

    <p>When it is kicked directly beyond the penalty area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the procedure of a throw-in is incorrect?

    <p>The thrower can throw the ball from any position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a player NOT do when executing a goal kick?

    <p>Play the ball a second time before it touches another player</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which offense is directly involved in a player receiving a red card?

    <p>Spitting at an opponent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum distance opponents must remain from the ball during a direct free kick?

    <p>10 yards (9.15 meters)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation is a direct free kick NOT awarded?

    <p>Deliberately handling the ball by the goalkeeper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the ball become in play after a direct free kick is taken from inside the kicking team's penalty area?

    <p>Once it has passed directly beyond the penalty area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions results in an indirect free kick for the opposing team?

    <p>Goalkeeper takes longer than 6 seconds to release the ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is a goal scored directly from a direct free kick?

    <p>It can only be scored against the opposing team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which situation does NOT result in a direct free kick being awarded?

    <p>Deliberately handling the ball by the goalkeeper within the penalty area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should happen if the kick for an indirect free kick occurs within the goalkeeper's goal area?

    <p>The kick is taken from anywhere within the goal area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when a direct free kick is awarded?

    <p>The ball must be stationary before the kick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs if both teams score the same number of goals after five penalty kicks?

    <p>Sudden death kicks are applied.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation is a player NOT considered to be in an offside position?

    <p>When receiving the ball directly from a throw-in.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario can lead to an indirect free kick being awarded?

    <p>A player is offside.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines a player's involvement in active play when in an offside position?

    <p>If he is receiving the ball from a teammate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions does NOT warrant an offside call?

    <p>The player is behind the ball when it's played.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a direct free kick?

    <p>A kick that allows the ball to go directly into the opponent's goal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a player is offside and interferes with an opponent?

    <p>An indirect free kick is given to the opponent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstance is there no offside during a penalty kick?

    <p>When all players other than the goalkeeper and kicker remain behind the penalty mark.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Football Laws and Rules

    • Football originated in China, and Roman soldiers brought it to Britain.
    • The English Football Association was formed in 1863.
    • Football became very popular in the 19th century, and was the first team sport in the Olympic Games (1900 Paris).
    • FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association) was founded in 1904. It organizes the World Football Championship and was involved in the Olympics 1900 and 1904.
    • The All India Football Federation (AIFF) formed in 1937. India first participated in the Olympics in 1948 (London).

    Field of Play

    • The field of play is marked with lines, 5 inches (12 cm) wide.
    • Touch lines: The two long boundary lines, 90-120 meters in length.
    • Goal lines: The two shorter boundary lines, 45-90 meters in length.
    • Halfway line: Divides the field into two halves (45-90 m length), 12cm wide
    • Centre mark: Located at the middle of the halfway line.
    • Centre circle: A 9.15 m radius circle from the center mark. Starts and restarts the game.
    • Goal area: A specific area behind each goal post, 5.5 m from the inside of goalposts & extends into the field of 5.5m.
    • Penalty area: 16.5m from each goalpost. Awarded penalty kicks for fouls. A penalty mark is 11m from the center of the goal.
    • Penalty arc(outer circle): 9.15m or 10 yds from the penalty mark. Helps keep player distance.
    • Corner arc (quarter circle): 1m radius from each corner flag post. Used in corner kicks.
    • Goalposts: Located at the centre of each goal line.
    • Crossbar: Connects the goal posts at the top.

    Players and Equipment

    • A match is played by two teams of a maximum of 11 players (including a goalkeeper).
    • Players must wear jerseys, shorts, stockings and footwear appropriate for the game. Goalkeepers wear specific equipment(e.g., gloves).
    • Players cannot wear equipment that is dangerous to themselves or other players.

    Referee and Assistant Referees

    • A referee controls the game, ensuring fair play and enforcing the rules.
    • Referees have specific equipment and responsibilities for a match (e.g., clock, pens, cards).
    • Assistant referees (linesmen) help the referee with certain aspects of the game (e.g., offside violations, out of play).

    Duration of Match

    • A match consists of two 45-minute halves with a 15-minute rest break.
    • The total playing time is 90 minutes.
    • Additional time (added time or extra time) could be added due to different situations(injuries, delays or fouls).

    Substitutions

    • Teams can make up to 3-5 substitutions per match.
    • Substitutes must enter the field of play from the halfway line when a player exits the field.

    Scoring

    • A goal is scored when the entire ball crosses the goal line between the goal posts and underneath the crossbar.
    • Own goals that are scored by a player on their own team are still counted as goals for an opposite team.
    • If a match is tied, there are several possible ways to break the tie(e.g., sudden death, away goals or penalty kicks).

    Offside Rule

    • A player is in an offside position if he is closer to their opponent's goal line than the second last opponent when the ball is played.
    • Players may not be in an offside position if they are in their defensive half or at the same level as the two defenders.

    Free Kicks

    • Direct free kicks can lead to goals directly.
    • Indirect free kicks require the ball to touch another player before a goal is possible to be scored.

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