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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:

· the re-entry of a player following a signal/approval from the referee

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 86 · clause law-6-e7c6e924

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