Reading the Match
A Substitution Is Not Complete When the Board Goes Up
Follow the key moments of a football substitution, from the official’s signal to the substitute entering with permission, using the applicable competition rules.
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Reading the Match
Reading the Match
What the Raised Arm Means at an Indirect Free Kick
Read the referee’s indirect-free-kick signal and follow the next touch before deciding whether a goal can count.
Reading the Match
A Free-Kick Wall Has More Than One Job
Read a defensive free-kick wall by watching the goalkeeper, the likely ball route and the players assigned to the next phase.
Reading the Match
A Goal Kick Can Start Short Without Keeping the Next Pass Short
Read the first two passes of a goal kick to see how a short restart can invite pressure and create a different option further upfield.
Reading the Match
Playing Advantage Is Different From Taking a Quick Free Kick
Distinguish continuous play under advantage from a quick restart after a whistle, using the referee’s decision and the ball’s status as your guide.