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Law 8: The Start and Restart of PlayOffences and sanctions·Page 98, 2026/27 edition

Offences and sanctions

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The ball is dropped again if it:

· leaves the field of play after it touches the ground, without touching a player

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 98 · clause law-8-6dda0bce

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