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Law 1: The Field of Play2. Field markings·Page 45, 2026/27 edition

2. Field markings

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Only the lines indicated in Law 1 are to be marked on the field of play. Where artificial surfaces are used, other lines are permitted provided they are a different colour and clearly distinguishable from the football lines.

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 45 · clause law-1-9af3c705

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