Laws of the Game 2006
Exceptions
  Exceptions to this ruling are made only for:
  • injury to a goalkeeper.

  • when a goalkeeper and an outfield player have collided and need immediate attention.

  • when a severe injury has occurred e.g. swallowed tongue, concussion, broken leg etc.
The Technical Area
 
  • Fourth officials are expected to control the technical area in a preventative rather than a confrontational manner.

  • However, if the occupants of the technical area indulge in serious misconduct, the fourth official must inform the referee immediately.