Question

1. State any four offences committed by a player within his own penalty area, which warrants the award of a penalty kick. 

2. What is the circumference and weight of a standard football? State its minimum and maximum size.

Answer 1

1. Offences committed by a player:

1. Kicks or attempts to kick an opponent. 

2. Pushes an opponent. 

3. Handles the ball deliberately (except for the goalkeeper within his own penalty area.) 

4. Jumps at an opponent. 

2. Circumference of football: 69 to 71 cm. 

Weight of football: 400 to 450 grams.