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Under the Laws of the Game, what is the minimum distance defending players must stand from the ball at a direct or indirect free kick?
CORRECT ANSWER
9.15 metres (10 yards)
Defending players must retreat at least 9.15 metres (10 yards) from the ball at a free kick, unless standing on their own goal line between the posts.
ALL OPTIONS
โ9.15 metres (10 yards)
B5 metres
C11 metres
D7 metres
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