A forward (Team A) is in an offside position at the moment when a team-mate takes a shot on the goal. After that, the defender (Team B) deliberately handles the ball on the goal line. The ball goes to the forward who scores a goal. What is the correct decision?

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A player in an offside position receiving the ball from an opponent who deliberately plays the ball, including by deliberate handball, is not considered to have gained an advantage (no offside offence). Since the defender has unsuccessfully tried to stop a goal with their hand(s)/arm(s), the referee plays advantage and awards a goal. There is no disciplinary sanction (the defender is not cautioned or sent off).