offside

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How much of a game-changer will the new 'daylight' offside rule prove to be?

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Anthony, scorer of Burnley's second goal, was offside by the width of his shoulder, something he described as "disappointing".

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Hull were then reduced to 12 men for Jed Cartwright's tackle from an offside position and the visitors took full advantage to put Jones-Bishop into the right corner in front of their supporters.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

The Argentine World Cup winner then slotted in deep into stoppage time and this time the goal did stand despite Hugo Ekitike standing in an offside position earlier in the move.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

He was confidently directing his team from center midfield, ordering defense to move up the field in an effort to set up the offside trap.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John