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Can a goal be scored directly from a throw-in?

No. If it goes straight into the opponents' goal, it's a goal kick.

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  1. No, never directly ✔
  2. Yes, like any kick
  3. Only from near the corner flag

Why: A goal cannot be scored directly from a throw-in. If the ball enters the opponents' goal, a goal kick is awarded. If it enters the thrower's own goal, a corner kick is awarded.

Huh, didn't know that: If the goalkeeper tips it in, it did touch another player, so the goal can count.

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Why didn't the throw-in score? It was all arms and no kick.
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References

Answer: No, never directly. A goal cannot be scored directly from a throw-in. If the ball enters the opponents' goal, a goal kick is awarded. If it enters the thrower's own goal, a corner kick is awarded.

  1. IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, Law 15 The Throw-in www.theifab.com/laws/latest/the-throw-in
    A goal cannot be scored directly from a throw-in
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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Sports & FitnessA player receives the ball straight from a throw-in while behind every defender. Is that offside?Sports & FitnessAn indirect free kick is kicked straight into the opponents' goal without touching anyone. What happens?Sports & FitnessThe ball goes over the goal line, missing the goal, and an attacker touched it last. What restart?

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