Fouls in Soccer
The referee can give out three different types of punishment when a foul is committed. They are the indirect free kick, the direct free kick and the penalty shot. The type of foul determines the resulting punishment.
Direct Free Kick
The direct free kick means that the player can shoot on goal directly. The ball does not have to touch anyone before it goes in the net.
Two fo the greatest free kick specialists are David Beckham and Roberto Carlos. Roberto Carlos scored what is considered one of the greatest goals ever in soccer from a direct free kick. He has an amazing ability to curve a shot and catch the goalie off guard.
Indirect Free Kick
The indirect free kick means that you cannot score unless another player touches the ball first. The player taking the free kick cannot shoot on goal; he must first pass the ball to another player.
