Careless means that the player has shown a lack of attention or consideration when making a challenge or acted without precaution.

• No further disciplinary sanction is needed if a foul is judged to be careless

Reckless means that the player has acted with complete disregard of the danger to, or consequences for, the opponent

• A player who plays in a reckless manner shall be cautioned.

Using excessive force means that the player has far exceeded the necessary use of force and is in danger of injuring the opponent.

• A player who uses excessive force shall be sent off. (more…)

Offside Position:
Attacker is nearer to opponent’s goal line than the ball and the second to last defender (last but one)

Player can NOT be offside if he:

* is in own half of the field

* is level (even) with second to last opponent (more…)

Hand Ball

The Laws of the Game declare that a direct free kick is given to the opposing team if a player “handles the ball deliberately (except for the goalkeeper within his own penalty area).” This simple statement defines one of the ten listed offenses in the first part of Law 12 (Fouls and Misconduct) and lies at the historical and traditional heart of soccer, a game played with all parts of the body other than the hands. Only the goalkeeper is exempt from this restriction and only while within his own penalty area.

What are the characteristics of a clear handling offense?

* A player deliberately carries, strikes, or propels the ball with the hand or arm

* It is the player’s action that initiates the contact with the ball (more…)