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A player kicks a high, dangerous boot near an opponent's head but makes no contact. What is the restart?

An indirect free kick for playing in a dangerous manner.

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  1. A penalty kick
  2. An indirect free kick ✔
  3. A direct free kick

Why: Playing in a dangerous manner without contact is an indirect free kick offence. Dangerous play means trying to play the ball in a way that threatens injury to someone.

Huh, didn't know that: A bicycle kick is allowed as long as it is not dangerous to an opponent.

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Why did the soccer ball avoid the high kick? It didn't want to get booted from the game.
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Answer: An indirect free kick. Playing in a dangerous manner without contact is an indirect free kick offence. Dangerous play means trying to play the ball in a way that threatens injury to someone.

  1. IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, Law 12 Fouls and Misconduct www.theifab.com/laws/latest/fouls-and-misconduct
    An indirect free kick is awarded if a player: plays in a dangerous manner
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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