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

Can a goal be scored directly from a dropped ball?

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THE DECISION

No. If a dropped ball enters the goal without touching at least two players play is restarted with a goal kick (if it enters the opponents' goal) or a corner kick (if it enters the team's goal).

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