MATCH
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LAW 8 · The Start and Restart of Play · 2026/27

Before kick-off, the player who is going to take the kick stands inside the opponents’ half of the field of play. What does the referee do?

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THE DECISION

This position is permitted for the kicker, so the referee allows the kick-off to be taken.

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