What is the offside rule in soccer? When it is called and how it works

Offside is one of soccer’s most confusing rules, but the basic idea is simple once you know what referees are looking for.
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Nate Bargatze makes fun of soccer's rules during World Cup

While the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup has been pretty thrilling to watch, as millions of fans have attended matches across ...
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Why is offside proving controversial at the World Cup, and is anything changing?

VAR reviews for offsides are becoming more frequent Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images Get free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app. Offside calls generating ...

What happened on USMNT’s confusing second goal against Australia — and why it wasn’t offside

SEATTLE — For nearly two minutes Friday afternoon, confusion spread across the stadium. Fans inside Seattle’s Lumen Field — called Seattle Stadium during the World Cup — all celebrated what they ...
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What is the offside rule in soccer? When it is called and how it works

Offside is one of soccer’s most debated rules, especially when a goal is called back. A player can be in an offside position without actually committing an offside offense. The call usually depends on ...