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Law 12: Fouls and MisconductCelebration of a goal·Page 123, 2026/27 edition

Celebration of a goal

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A player must be cautioned, even if the goal is disallowed, for:

· removing the shirt or covering the head with the shirt

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 123 · clause law-12-dd4120b8

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