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Soccer Rules Changes 1580-2000


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Question Number: 18345

Law 12 - Fouls and Misconduct 2/7/2008

RE: 4 Adult

Andrew Worthington of Winsford, England asks...

Has the rule been changed regarding the goal keeper only being allowed to hold the ball for 6 seconds

Answer provided by Referee Keith Contarino

No. The keeper has 6 seconds to release the ball once he takes possession of it with his hands



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Answer provided by Referee Gary Voshol

This provision has been in the Laws for almost 10 years now, and remains in effect.



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Answer provided by Referee Michelle Maloney

No change, but do remember the 6 seconds should only be counted from the point where the goalkeeper is up and able to distribute the ball into play. The purpose is to prevent the wasting of time, and the referee has some discretion here.



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