Soccer Rules 🔖 💫

: Kicking, tripping, pushing, or "handball" (deliberately touching the ball with the hand or arm). 4. Major 2025/2026 Rule Changes The Basic Rules of Soccer: A Complete Guide

: The ball is out of play when it completely crosses the touchline (sideline) or goal line. soccer rules

: Awarded when the defending team kicks the ball over their own goal line. 3. Fouls and Misconduct Referees use cards to manage discipline: : Awarded when the defending team kicks the

: Two 45-minute halves, totaling 90 minutes. Referees add "stoppage time" at the end of each half to account for delays (fouls, injuries, substitutions). Referees add "stoppage time" at the end of

: Awarded when the ball crosses the touchline. Taken by the team that did not touch it last.

: Two teams of 11 players each, including one designated goalkeeper.