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Law 13: Free KicksIndirect free kick signal·Page 131, 2026/27 edition

Indirect free kick signal

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An indirect free kick must be retaken if the referee fails to signal that the kick is indirect and the ball is kicked directly into the goal.

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 131 · clause law-13-728bff35

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