The Advantage Rule

[Dublinred4ever]

I think I must've missed something but I've noticed in a few games in the world cup that referees have played advantage after a foul but when an advantage didn't accrue ( the fouled player lost the ball or whatever) the referee blew up and brought the play back to allow a free kick to be taken, similar to what would happen in rugby.

 

Since when has this been part of the game? Did I miss some rule change?

[surf]

Good referees always did that.

[Dublinred4ever]

I'm talking about bringing play back for the free 10-15 seconds after the foul. Thats new

[Guest Sabre]

It may be 'new' but it was supposed to happen - don't think it's 10-15 seconds after though - usually within 3 or 4 seconds.

[Maldini]

I've been saying for years that they should extend the advantage period, it would have a really positive effect on the game IMO.

[Nebraska Red]

I think that is about the only good thing I have seen from the refs. It would be great to see it applied in the English league.

 

Another ridiculous yellow today as Ronaldo is carded for "scoring" after the whistle for offside. It's not like play is held up as there are dozens of ball persons around the pitch.

[Guest Sabre]

I like the zero tolerance attitude on time-wasting to be honest. Get the game moving. The players know the rules - once the whistle goes, leave the ball alone and let the opposition play.