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The emphasis at this stage is on the contact that occurs and whether it constitutes a foul. One official suggests checking if the attacking player makes sufficient contact with the ball and how the defender’s actions affect the play. The process of evaluating these nuances is vital for determining the legitimacy of a penalty call.
The Moment of Contact
As the play unfolds, an important detail emerges—the defender's foot makes contact with the attacker. Here, the analysis shifts to scrutinizing the mechanisms of this contact and the subsequent actions of both players.