FIFA The laws of the Game
as set out by Football/Soccer's Governing body
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- The Field of Play
- The Ball
- The Number of Players
- The Players’ Equipment
- The Referee
- The Assistant Referees
- The Duration of the Match
- The Start and Restart of Play
- The Ball In and Out of Play
- The Method of Scoring
- Offside
- fouls and Misconduct
- Free Kicks
- The Penalty Kick
- The Throw-In
- The Goal Kick
- The Corner Kick
- Procedures to Determine the Winner of a Match or Home and Away
- The Technical Area
- The Fourth Official
- Additional Instructions and Guidelines for Referees
- Rules of the International Football Association Board
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