The rules of soccer are defined in the Laws of the Game by FIFA. The laws are brief, and are intended to define the basic parameters of the game. A considerable amount of judgement and discretion is given to the referee who has full control over the game. Here is a brief overview of the laws as they will apply for Cracovia games this fall:

Under 4 Laws_of_the_Game_under_4.doc: 33KB Laws_of_the_Game_under_4.pdf: 67KB

Under 6 Laws_of_the_Game_under_6.doc: 350KB Laws_of_the_Game_under_6.pdf: 69KB

Under 8 Laws_of_the_Game_under_8.doc: 40KB Laws_of_the_Game_under_8.pdf: 53KB

Under 10 Laws_of_the_Game_under_10.doc: 42KB Laws_of_the_Game_under_10.pdf: 56KB

Under 12 Laws_of_the_Game_under_12.doc: 43KB Laws_of_the_Game_under_12.pdf: 57KB

Open Laws_of_the_Game_under_18.doc: 43KB Laws_of_the_Game_under_18.pdf: 57KB

Remember that some of our referees are new and are still learning the game. Please be patient as they make their calls. All coaches are encouraged to contact Chris Wethey with any questions or suggestions. Here are some websites with additional information on the Laws of the Game:

• Laws of the Game - Official laws from FIFA
• Laws of Soccer - An overview of soccer rules from the Soccer-Coach-List Basic Coaching Manual.
• Rules of the Game - Rules of Soccer from the Soccer-Coach-List LOTG Project.

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