Soccer is the game which is well known internationally and it is played at many places. For playing any game, there are some rules and for soccer also there are 17 rules. The first rule is field of play. There are very few fixed dimensions for soccer fields. There is a competition between two teams which contain 11 members each. The length must be between 100 and 130 yards and the width should be between 50 and 100 yards. The next law is about the soccer ball. The ball should have the circumference of not more than 28 inches and it should not be less than 27 inches. The ball should not weigh more than 16 ounces and it should not be less than 14 ounces during the start of match. The pressure of the ball should also be under limits.
Other rules for playing soccer
The match of soccer is played by two teams and each team has 11 members at the time of match and amongst 11 players one is the goalkeeper. It is important to check that the player should not be allowed with any kind of equipment or should not wear anything that is dangerous to him and other players. The basic equipments of any player are jersey or shirt, stockings, shorts and footwear. Both the teams wear different colors so that they can distinguish each other and it also helps the referee.
The referee has the full authority of enforcing the laws of game. The decision of the referee is final. He is the one who handles the game and cooperates with the fourth official whenever needed. The role of referee is to ensure that the ball and the player’s equipments are as per the requirements of the game. The referee acts as the timekeeper and controls any violation of rules and regulations. The referee also has the support of the assistant referee. When the professional soccer is player, then there are 2 assistant referees who call the offside and throw-ins. They carry the flag and signal their observations. They flag if the ball goes out of play. There are many other rules for playing soccer.