The Sporting News breaks down the offside rule, how it is enforced and why it's a part of the game.

This beautiful game would be very ugly if offside didn't exist. At the World Cup, you'll see it often.

Even though it's fairly straightforward, soccer's offside rule can be confusing for casual fans. And even controversial at ...

Offside calls are some of the most controversial ones in soccer. Here’s a detailed look at the rules ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Learn World Cup football rules fast with simple explanations of offside, stoppage time, free kicks vs penalties, tiebreakers, the five-second throw-in rule and why brands are hidden in stadiums ...

The FIFA World Cup 2026 brings major rule changes, including new offside technology, expanded VAR powers, and anti-time-wasting measures.

The law governing its modern application has 45 clauses and runs to more than 1,000 words. A former Premier League referee ...

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 ...

Croatia thought they had forced extra time against Portugal, but a faint touch detected by FIFA's Connected Ball Technology triggered an offside decision that ended their World Cup 2026 campaign ...