If you have decided you want to learn a new sport, Asia Football may be the way to go. Though a tough sport to learn, it’s also a rewarding one, and who knows, you may be a professional player one day. To begin your track to learning to play, you may want to learn the rules first. The rules of the game are simple and can be learned quickly. Putting those rules into action that may be more difficult.
Learning the Rules
The first rule on the list is that you cannot use your hands, ever. If the ball gets kicked into a player’s hand or arm, the referee may decide that it’s only an accident. If that happens, there are no repercussions for the touch. But, if the referee feels that a player used his or her arm/hand area to benefit themselves or the game, there are penalties. Penalties up to and including a direct kick into the goal. A direct kick is when the referee places the ball on the penalty line, and one player on a team attempts to kick the ball directly into the goal. The goalie is not allowed to move until the ball has been kicked, but once it has he can try to save it.If the ball, at any point in the game, is kicked off the sidelines of the field, one player performs what is called a throw-in. A throw-in is done by that player keeping both feet on the ground, holding the ball in both hands, and tossing it overhead back into the field. If the ball is kicked of the end of the field, past the goal, players set up an indirect kick. An indirect kick is when one player kicks the ball anywhere except in the goal. They are not allowed to score. However, if they choose they can kick the ball to a second player, who is then able to make a goal.
Play Safely
Players will also potentially get a foul for aggressive behavior, such as pushing, tripping, or spitting at another player. A foul can result in a direct kick being ordered by the referee as well. Asia soccer can be a lot of fun to play, but there are many rules you must learn to do so. Once someone learns the rules, they can try to put them in action. This will be rewarding on many different levels.