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Football rules & regulations
Quick reference to the official Football rulebook used by AIFF under FIFA in India.
Governing body
AIFF under FIFA
Format
11-a-side league and cup competitions; 5-a-side futsal
Players
11 per side, up to 5 substitutions in most competitions
Duration
90 minutes (two 45-minute halves) plus stoppage time
Scoring
One goal per ball that fully crosses the goal line between the posts and under the crossbar
Key rules
- Offside applies when a player is nearer the opponent's goal line than the ball and second-last defender at the moment the ball is played.
- Yellow card cautions and red card dismissals govern player conduct.
- VAR is used in select competitions for goals, penalties, red cards and mistaken identity.
Equipment
- Football (size 5)
- Shin guards
- Studded boots
- Goalkeeper gloves