FIFA Rules Placed to Prevent Injuries in Soccer
Fair play is the main way to prevent injury, but there are a number of rules to protect you from injury while playing soccer. When these rules are followed, the chances for injury can be minimized.
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Shin guards
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Shin guards are required in soccer. Wearing shin guards protects your legs when other players kick you. They absorb some of the blow and can prevent leg bruises or contusions.
Tackle from behind
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A tackle from behind is very dangerous and is grounds for a red card. When a player is given a red card, that player is thrown out of the game.
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Fouls
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When a player commits a foul, the other team is given a free kick. This is a deterrent to prevent fouls in the game.
Cautions
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When a players commits too hard of a foul or commits too many fouls, that player is given a yellow card, or caution. If a player earns two yellow cards, he is given a red card and thrown out of the game.
Ejections
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Ejections, or red cards, are the ultimate punishment in soccer. When a player is given a red card, that player is ejected and cannot be replaced. The team must continue to play with one fewer player for the rest of the game.
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