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Law 6: The Other Match Officials2. Fourth official·Page 86, 2026/27 edition

2. Fourth official

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The fourth official's assistance also includes:

· indicating the minimum amount of additional time the referee intends to play at the end of each half (including extra time)

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 86 · clause law-6-45ad4251

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