Law 2 - The Ball

Question 1

In the Laws of the Game - What are the details of Law 2 in regards to?

Answer 1

The Ball

Question 2

What shape must the ball be?

Answer 2

Spherical - if so it will roll evenly and in a straight line.

Question 3

What procedure must you complete when checking the shape of the ball?

Answer 3

Spinning the ball between your fingertips and see if its shape remains constant.

Question 4

What material must the ball be made out of?

Answer 4

Leather - sometimes with a coating to reduce absorption of water.
Similar materials have been approved by FA.

Question 5

What size ball is used for young children, youths, women or veterans?

Answer 5

Size 3

Size 4

Question 6

What is the minimum circumference of the ball in regular games?

Answer 6

68 Centimetres

Question 7

What is the maximum circumference of the ball in regular games?

Answer 7

70 Centimetres

Question 8

What is the minimum weight of the ball at the beginning of a game?

Answer 8

410g

Question 9

What is the maximum weight of the ball at the beginning of a game?

Answer 9

450g

Question 10

What is the minimum atmospheric pressure a ball must satisfy?

Answer 10

0.6 atmosphere g/cm(squared)

Question 11

What is the maximum atmospheric pressure a ball must satisfy?

Answer 11

1.1 atmosphere g/cm(squared)

Question 12

What is the process of replacing a defective ball?

Answer 12

• Play is stopped
• The ball is replaced
• Play is restarted with a dropped ball from where the original ball became defective.

Question 13

Can the ball be changed without the referee’s permission?

Answer 13

False - the referee must give permission.