Law 5 – The Referee
Decisions of the International F.A. Board
 
  • a decision to stop or not to stop play to allow an injured player to be removed from the field of play for treatment;

  • a decision to request or insist that an injured player be removed from the field of play for treatment;

  • a decision to allow or not to allow a player to wear certain apparel or equipment;

  • a decision (in so far as this may be his responsibility) to allow or not to allow any persons (including team or stadium officials, security officers, photographers or other media representatives) to be present in the vicinity of the field of play;

  • any other decision that he may take in accordance with the Laws of the Game or in conformity with his duties under the terms of FIFA, confederation, member association or league rules or regulations under which the match is played.

  • Decision 2
    In tournaments or competitions where a fourth official is appointed, his role and duties must be in accordance with the guidelines approved by the International F.A. Board, which are contained in this publication.

  • Decision 3
    Facts connected with play shall include whether a goal is scored or not and the result of the match.
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