Corner kick

A corner kick is a method of restarting play in a game of association football (soccer).

Procedure

The ball is initially placed wholly within the corner arc closest to where the ball went out of play. The corner arc is located at the intersection of the goal line and touch line, and has a radius of 1 yard. All defending players must be at least 10 yards (9.15m) from the ball until the ball is in play.

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The ball becomes in play as soon as it is kicked and moves.

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A goal may be scored directly from a corner kick, but only against the opposing side (i.e. an own goal may not be scored). A player may not be penalised for being in an offside position direct from a corner kick.

Related Topics:
Own goal - Offside

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