THE DECISION
No. The Law 8 clearly states that "for every kick-off, all players, except the player taking the kick-off, must be in their own half of the field of play".
Read official Law 8 ↗LAW 8 · The Start and Restart of Play · 2026/27
LAW 8 · The Start and Restart of Play · 2026/27
THE DECISION
No. The Law 8 clearly states that "for every kick-off, all players, except the player taking the kick-off, must be in their own half of the field of play".
Read official Law 8 ↗