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Practical guidelines for match officialsPenalty kick·Page 221, 2026/27 edition

Penalty kick

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Where the goal line can be checked for goalkeeper encroachment and goal/no goal through the use of technology (e.g. GLT, the VAR system), it is recommended that the assistant referee be positioned on the touchline, in line with the penalty mark (which is the offside line), as being on the goal line creates a risk that they may not be able to get back into a position to judge offside if the kick rebounds.

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 221 · clause law-x-7ca03654

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