Obstruction
Rules & RegulationsUsing the body to impede the progress of an opponent without playing the ball.
Related Terms in Rules & Regulations
Away Goal Rule
A tie-breaking rule in some two-legged ties where goals scored away from home count more than goals scored at home if the aggregate score is tied. (Note: Abolished in UEFA competitions as of 2021).
Penalty Kick (PK)
A direct free kick taken from the penalty spot (12 yards out), awarded for a foul committed inside the penalty area.
Injury Time
See 'Added Time'.
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