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The Number of Players (3). U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program Grade 8 Referee Course Competitive Youth Training. Checking in Players. Number of Players. LOTG Maximum 11, Minimum 7 Each team must have a goalkeeper
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The Number of Players (3) U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program Grade 8 Referee Course Competitive Youth Training
Number of Players • LOTG Maximum 11, Minimum 7 • Each team must have a goalkeeper • Small sided games – Rules of competition may set different maximum/minimum • Goalkeeper always required
Late Arrivals • Players who arrive late can play • Still have to check-in • Assistant referee or fourth official can perform inspection • Player can enter during play with permission from the referee
Procedure • Substitute reports to official • Referee is informed • Player leaves the field • Anywhere • Substitute enters the field • Only after the players leaves • Only at the halfway line
Goalkeepers • Any player may change with the goalkeeper • During a stoppage • With the referee’s permission • For violation – both players cautioned • Substituting the goalkeeper • Standard procedure
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Sent Off Players • Sent off before game • Replaced by another player on roster • Team starts with 11 players • Sent off during game • May not be replaced • Sent off after game • Include misconduct in the game report
Outside Agents • Anyone or anything not listed on roster • Stop play if needed • Not immediately if no interference • Remove outside agent • Restart play with dropped ball if play was stopped
Review Question Can the checking of player passes and the players’ equipment be skipped if the game is running behind schedule? • No, it’s important to check and inspect all players even if the game is running late • Yes, this process can be skipped so long as both coaches agree
Review Question Can the referee allow a team to play without a goalkeeper? • Yes, a team is allowed to play without a goalkeeper if they chose to • No, each team must have a goalkeeper