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Law 12: Fouls and Misconduct1. Direct free kick·Page 115, 2026/27 edition

1. Direct free kick

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A direct free kick is awarded if a player commits any of the following offences against an opponent in a manner considered by the referee to be careless, reckless or using excessive force:

· pushes

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 115 · clause law-12-16d9edcd

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