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Notes and modificationsProcedure·Page 29, 2026/27 edition

Procedure

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· Interaction with, or an approach by, any player other than the captain is at the discretion of the referee, e.g. if the player has committed an offence, been fouled and/or is injured

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 29 · clause law-x-bfe39c17

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