Throw-in
Rules & RegulationsA method of restarting play when the ball has gone out of bounds over the touchline (sideline). Must be thrown with two hands over the head.
Related Terms in Rules & Regulations
Offside
A rule stating a player is in an offside position if they are nearer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-last opponent when the ball is played to them.
Corner Kick
A method of restarting play when the ball has gone out of bounds over the goal line (but not into the goal) last touched by a defender.
Penalty Shootout
A tie-breaking method used in knockout games where teams take turns taking penalty kicks.
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