How are kick-offs, sideline restarts and corners taken?
Rule- Northern Ireland
- Irish FA
- Youth Football Framework
- Small-sided games
- Under 6-Under 18
- AccessNI
- 2026/27
- Coaches
These are the Irish FA Youth Football Framework rules:
| 3v3 | 5v5 | 7v7 | 9v9 | 11v11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kick-off | Centre, opponents 3 yards away | Centre, 3 yards | Centre, 5 yards | Centre, 7 yards | Opponents outside the centre circle |
| Ball over the sideline | Dribble-in or pass-in | Dribble-in or pass-in | Dribble-in or pass-in | Throw-in | Throw-in |
| Corners | No corners | Dribble or pass in, opponents 3 yards away | Dribble or pass in, opponents 5 yards away | Opponents 7 yards away | Opponents 10 yards away |
| Offside | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
For dribble-ins and pass-ins:
- The ball must be where it went out.
Added 21 Oct 2026