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Dive into the intricacies of the offsides rule in soccer with Shaker's attempts to score! Follow Shaker as they navigate the field, determining when they are on or offside while trying to score on the right side of the screen. Learn the definition of offsides, the significance of positioning relative to the ball and defenders, and exceptions to the rule, such as throw-ins and defending half situations. Gain insight into the FIFA Laws of the Game, especially Law 11. Perfect for soccer enthusiasts looking to improve their understanding of this crucial rule!
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Is Shaker offsides? • Shaker is trying to score in the goal on the right side of the screen. • The ball is represented by: • • Shaker players are represented by: S • The defenders are on the other team, and they are represented by: D
Is Shaker Offsides? S D • S D D S
Good News: We are onsides. S D • S D D S
Is Shaker Offsides? D • S S D D S
Ouch: We are offsides. D • S S D D S
Is Shaker Offsides? S D • S D D S
That’s fine: We are onsides. S D • S D D S
Is Shaker Offsides? S D • S D D S
No Worries: We are onsides. S D • S D D S
Is Shaker Offsides? S D S • D D S
We are onsides. (It looks like yet another goal for Shaker.) S D S • D D S
So…, exactly what isthe offsides rule? A player is in an offsides position if she is closer to the opponents’ goal line than both the ball and the second-last opponent. [The last opponent is the goalie.] FIFA Laws of the Game; Law 11
Some small points • You can never be offsides if you are in the half of the field that you are defending. • You can never be offsides during a throw in. • Even if you are in an offsides position, the referee can choose not to “rule” you offsides if you are far from the action.