Question Number: 24322

Law 13 - Free Kicks 11/14/2010

RE: Under 15

jackie of wilton, CT usa asks...

A goalkeeper, within his/her penalty area, showed dissent towards your decisions. You stopped play. What is the proper restart?
a. Direct Free Kick
b. Penalty Kick
c. Indirect FreeKick
d. Dropped Ball

I have been given different answers for this question. Wondering your opinion?

Answer provided by Referee Debbie Hoelscher

Laws 12 and 13 (Fouls/Misconducts and Free Kicks) as well as Law 8 (the Start and Restart of Play) should be able to guide you for your answer.

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Answer provided by Referee Joe McHugh

Hi Jackie
It is not a matter of opinion. The Laws are very specific on this matter.

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Answer provided by Referee Keith Contarino

If you got this test question wrong, please read and study Laws 8, 12, and 13

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