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Master Football Referee Rules Knowledge Test

Challenge Your Officiating Skills with This Quiz

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Step into the whistle and test your officiating expertise with this Football Referee Rules Knowledge Test. Designed for aspiring referees, coaches, and educators, this engaging quiz will help you sharpen decision-making and deepen your understanding of key match laws. Explore similar challenges like our Football Officiating Rules Knowledge Test or mix it up with a Sports Rules Knowledge Quiz to broaden your grasp. All questions are fully editable, so you can tweak and customise in our editor to suit any training session. Ready to prove your refereeing mettle and explore more quizzes to kickstart your learning!

What restart is awarded for a deliberate handball offense outside the penalty area?
Drop ball
Indirect free kick
Direct free kick
Penalty kick
When a player deliberately handles the ball outside the penalty area, the opponent is awarded a direct free kick from the spot of the offense. A penalty kick is only awarded for handball offenses inside the penalty area.
How must a throw-in be taken?
Both feet must be on or behind the touchline and the ball thrown with both hands from behind and over the head
Player may run before releasing the ball
Player may throw with one hand
Only one foot must be in contact with the ground
At a throw-in, the player must have both feet on or on the touchline and deliver the ball with both hands from behind and over the head. This ensures a fair and consistent method of returning the ball to play.
From which restart can a goal be scored directly without another player touching the ball?
Goal kick
Direct free kick
Indirect free kick
Throw-in
A goal can be scored directly from a direct free kick without any other player touching the ball. Indirect free kicks and throw-ins require the ball to touch another player before a goal can be awarded.
What is the minimum number of players a team must have to start or continue a match?
7
9
8
10
According to the Laws of the Game, a match may not start or continue if either team has fewer than seven players on the field. This minimum ensures the contest remains fair and safe.
How is play restarted after a goal is scored?
Throw-in by the conceding team
Kick-off from the center spot
Goal kick by the defending team
Drop ball at the halfway line
After a goal is scored, play restarts with a kick-off by the team that conceded the goal, taken from the center spot. This standard restart resumes play fairly from the center of the field.
What signal does the referee use to indicate an indirect free kick?
Holds both arms outstretched to the sides
Points to the spot and blows the whistle twice
Raises arm above head until the kick is taken
Waves flag horizontally
For an indirect free kick, the referee raises an arm above the head to signal that the kick is indirect and keeps it raised until the ball is touched by another player or goes out of play.
How far must opponents remain from the ball during a free kick?
12 meters
8.15 meters
9.15 meters
5 meters
Opponents must be at least 9.15 meters (10 yards) away from the ball when a free kick is taken. This distance prevents encroachment and gives the kicker a fair opportunity.
A player is fouled just outside the penalty area and the referee plays advantage, resulting in a goal. What action should follow?
Allow the goal and no further sanction
Allow the goal and do not return to the foul
Award a penalty kick
Order a replay of the match
When the referee successfully applies advantage and a goal is scored, the goal stands and the original foul is not replayed. The advantage law prevents returning to the foul once a favorable outcome occurs.
An assistant referee signals offside. What must the referee consider before stopping play?
Whether the player interferes with play or gains advantage
Number of defenders on the field
Match time remaining
Whether a goal has been scored
An offside offence is only penalized if the player in an offside position interferes with play, an opponent, or gains an advantage. The referee must confirm interference before stopping play.
During a substitution, what is the correct procedure?
Outgoing player leaves and substitute enters simultaneously
Substitute waits at the halfway line until the next throw-in
Substitute enters after referee signal only after the outgoing player has left the field
Substitution can be made at any time without notification
A substitution must occur during a stoppage in play with the referee's permission. The outgoing player must leave the field before the substitute may enter, ensuring order and safety.
What defines 'serious foul play'?
Reckless tackle not endangering safety
Minor trip in midfield
Accidental contact with an opponent
Tackle using excessive force or endangering opponent's safety
Serious foul play involves using excessive force or brutality when challenging for the ball, endangering the safety of an opponent. It requires a red card and a direct free kick or penalty.
When is a drop ball awarded?
At the start of each half
When play is stopped for reasons not covered by the Laws of the Game, such as external interference
When play stops for an injury and the ball is out of play
After a goal is scored
A drop ball is used to restart play when the referee stops the match for a reason not covered by other restarts, such as external interference or malfunctioning equipment, ensuring fairness.
Before a penalty kick is taken, which of these is NOT allowed?
Kicker stuttering in the run-up
Goalkeeper removing gloves
Goalkeeper standing off the goal line
Goalkeeper having both feet off the goal line before the kick
The goalkeeper must have at least part of one foot on or in line with the goal line until the ball is kicked. Both feet off the line before the kick breaches the Laws and should be corrected.
What distance must opposing players be from the ball at a corner kick?
11 meters
5.5 meters
9.15 meters
13.7 meters
Opponents must remain at least 9.15 meters (10 yards) from the corner arc when a corner kick is taken to ensure a fair restart and prevent encroachment.
If a referee plays advantage but the advantage does not materialize quickly, what should they do?
Call back play to the original offence if the ball has not been played by the other team
Award a penalty kick if inside the area
Call time-out immediately
Send off the offending player
If the anticipated advantage fails to materialize and the ball has not been played by the opposing team, the referee may return to the original foul and award the appropriate free kick.
During play, a player commits a foul that denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity (DOGSO). The referee plays advantage and the fouling team scores a goal. What disciplinary action should the referee take?
Issue a verbal warning
Issue a yellow card only
Issue a red card for DOGSO
No card since advantage was played
Denying an obvious goal-scoring opportunity is a sending-off offense regardless of whether the advantage is played. The referee must issue a red card even if a goal follows.
A player fouls an opponent with excessive force inside the penalty area. What restart and disciplinary sanction are required?
Penalty kick and red card
Indirect free kick and yellow card
Penalty kick and yellow card
Direct free kick outside area
Any foul in the penalty area that uses excessive force is serious foul play, requiring a red card, and results in a penalty kick for the opposing team.
A team official enters the field without permission to protest a decision before a restart. What should the referee do?
Ignore the incident
Warn the official and allow play to continue
Caution the official for entering the field without permission
Award an indirect free kick to the opposing team
Unauthorized entry onto the field by a team official is misconduct. The referee must caution (yellow card) the official and then restart play with the appropriate restart.
During a stoppage for a throw-in, Team A requests a substitution but the throw-in is about to be taken. What should the referee do?
Deny the substitution until the next goal kick
Award a free kick to the opposing team for delay
Require the substitution at the next stoppage after referee approval and outgoing player is off the field
Allow the throw-in then process the substitution
Substitutions must occur with the referee's permission during a stoppage and the outgoing player must leave the field before the replacement enters. If play is about to resume, substitution must wait for the next stoppage.
A player is fouled 25 meters from goal and the referee plays advantage. The ball then goes out of play without a shot. What restart should the referee award?
Direct free kick from the spot of the foul
Throw-in for the defending team
Corner kick
Indirect free kick from where the ball went out
If the anticipated advantage does not materialize and the ball has not been subsequently played by the opposing team, the referee may return to the original foul and award a direct free kick.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify key football referee rules and interpretations.
  2. Apply the advantage law in realistic match scenarios.
  3. Evaluate proper procedures for restarts like free kicks.
  4. Demonstrate correct signaling and positioning techniques.
  5. Analyse decision-making in offside and foul assessments.
  6. Master the rules governing substitutions and disciplinary actions.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Direct vs. Indirect Free Kicks - Direct free kicks let you blast the ball straight into the net if the defense gives you space. Indirect free kicks, on the flip side, require one of your teammates to touch the ball before you can celebrate in the goal. Mastering this split adds a secret weapon to your set-piece toolkit! Learn more on Wikipedia
  2. The Advantage Law - Referees sometimes wave the game on after a foul if it benefits the non-offending team more than stopping play. Spotting when to play on can turn a turnover into an instant attack, catching defenders off guard. Knowing how and when the referee applies this rule keeps you sharp and ready for every twist! Check out Law 12 - Fouls and Misconduct
  3. Referee Signaling Techniques - Ever wondered how refs show an indirect free kick? They simply raise an arm high above their head until the kick is taken, giving everyone a clear signal. Grasping these gestures helps you stay alert and play by the book, avoiding unnecessary protests or confusion. Discover the signals on Wikipedia
  4. Cautionable Offenses - Delaying the restart, dissent by words or gestures, and reckless tackles can land you a yellow card faster than you can say "play on!" Knowing which moves earn a caution helps you keep your cool and stay on the pitch longer. Stay smart, keep your temper in check, and outwit the bookings! Explore Law 12 - Fouls and Misconduct
  5. The Offside Rule - A player is offside if they're closer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-last defender at the moment the pass is made. Staying level or behind that defender when the ball is played keeps you in play and free to strike. Practice your timing and perfect those runs to become an offside-zone ninja! Read the Laws of the Game on Wikipedia
  6. Substitution Procedures - When you're subbed off, head straight to the nearest boundary line unless the referee tells you otherwise - no dawdling! Proper exit and entry points keep play flowing smoothly and prevent chaos around the technical area. Master these routines to ensure your team never loses momentum. See the rules on Wikipedia
  7. Serious Foul Play - Any tackle that endangers an opponent's safety is classed as serious foul play and usually means a straight red card. Keep your challenges clean and timed, and you'll stay on the field and in control. Learning what crosses the line protects both you and your teammates from risky moments. Dive into Law 12 - Fouls and Misconduct
  8. Assistant Referees' Roles - Assistant refs are your offside lookouts, substitution spotters, and out-of-bounds hawks, signalling every corner, throw-in, and goal kick. Knowing their flag signals helps you anticipate decisions and adjust your positioning faster. Teamwork between officials keeps the match fair and fun! Explore more on Wikipedia
  9. Restart Positioning - For every free kick, the ball must be stationary on the ground and opponents must stand at least 9.15 meters away - think of it as giving you enough space to plan your magic. Proper setup leads to more powerful strikes and strategic set plays. Nail these basics to seize every restart! Check Wikipedia for details
  10. Misconduct by Team Officials - Coaches and staff can be cautioned or sent off for irresponsible behaviour, like abusive language or entering the field without permission. Keeping technical areas professional and respectful ensures your team stays focused on winning, not warnings. Lead by example and keep the sideline drama-free! Learn more on Wikipedia
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