Top 10 Weird Football Rules You Didn't Know Existed - In Pics

During these set-piece moments, there's no offside offense even if a player receives the ball directly from them. This allows strategic play without the usual offside restrictions.  

A match requires a minimum of seven players per team to start or continue. Exceeding four red cards for one team stops the match, as they can't field the required number of players.  

In penalty shoot-outs, both teams must have an equal number of players to take penalties. If a team has fewer players due to earlier send-offs, they face a strategic disadvantage.  

An offside offense doesn't apply if a player receives the ball in their own half, encouraging defensive strategies without penalizing teams unfairly.  

While goalkeepers can wear tracksuit bottoms, outfield players cannot. This rule ensures uniformity on the field while allowing flexibility for goalkeepers' comfort.  

A player can be sent off before a match starts, affecting team strategy and substituting options based on the timing of the incident.  

Goalkeepers can only hold the ball for six seconds. This rule prevents time-wasting tactics and ensures continuous play during matches.  

During free-kicks, attackers must maintain a distance from the defensive wall to prevent interference, ensuring fair play and strategic free-kick executions.  

After taking a penalty kick, the kicker cannot score from the rebound unless the ball touches another player, ensuring fair play and goalkeeper engagement.  

A direct free-kick scored into a team's own goal results in a corner kick for the opposing team, promoting strategic play and fair outcomes.