An attacker (Team A) takes a shot on goal. A goalkeeper (Team B) catches the ball and then places it on the ground. After that, the attacker runs towards the ball and the goalkeeper picks it up. What is the correct decision?

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Accepted Answer

An indirect free kick is awarded to Team A if a goalkeeper, inside their penalty area, touches the ball with the hand/arm after releasing it and before it has touched another player. There is no disciplinary sanction.