LAW 6 - The Other Match Officials

Question 1

What can the assistant referees indicate when the whole ball leaves the field of play?

Answer 1

They indicate which team is entitled to a throw-in, corner kick and goal kick

Question 2

When can the assistant referees come onto the field of play?

Answer 2

To help control the required distance of 9.15m (10 yards) for a wall.

Question 3

Should the assistant referee monitor substitutions?

Answer 3

Yes he should

Question 4

What should the assistant referee do when a goalkeeper moves BOTH feet off the goal line before the ball is kicked from a penalty?

Answer 4

He should indicate to the referee that this has happened. If no goal was scored the penalty kick should be retaken.