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9 Foul play

Principle A player who commits foul play must either be cautioned or shown a yellow card or be sent off. Obstruction 9.1 When a player and an opponent are running for the ball, neither player may charge or push the other except shoulder-to-shoulder. Sanction: Penalty. 9.2 An offside player must not intentionally obstruct an opponent or interfere with play. Sanction: Penalty. 9.3 A player mus