FIFA Scrap '10 Yard' Rule

Last updated : 30 June 2005 By Gary Fish

FIFA have scrapped the 10-yard rule, which they had been trialling in football, which is a concept used successfully in rugby.

The rule, which moves play 10-yards towards the offending team's goal if players show dissent, has been used in English football for four seasons.

"It is a disappointing decision because while the law was not used a lot, it did have an impact on the behaviour of players," said Premiership Referees' chief, Keith Hackett.

"The referees over here found it acted as a deterrent."

He added: The problem, as I understand it, is the countries who do not have any familiarity with the concept couldn't get their heads around the process."

Honestly, what's to get your head round?!

It's not exactly rocket science!