Question Number: 12264

Law 1- The Field 2/26/2006

RE: competive Adult

Jim Rhein of bixby, Ok USA asks...

what is the measurements of the technical area???

Answer provided by Referee Chuck Fleischer

The measurements of a technical are not defined in the Laws, it is mentioned in Law 3 as a place where the technical staff must stay and later in these words:

Technical areas may vary between stadia, for example in size or location, and the following notes are issued for general guidance.

- The technical area extends 1 m (1 yd) on either side of the designated seated area and extends forward up to a distance of 1 m (1 yd) from the touch line

- It is recommended that markings are used to define this area

- The number of persons permitted to occupy the technical area is defined by the competition rules

- The occupants of the technical area are identified before the beginning of the match in accordance with the competition rules

- Only one person at a time is authorised to convey tactical instructions and he must return to his position after giving these instructions

- The coach and other officials must remain within the confines of the technical area except in special circumstances, for example, a physiotherapist or doctor entering the field of play, with the referee?s permission, to assess an injured player

- The coach and other occupants of the technical area must behave in a responsible manner

Regards,