In what situation can a throw-in be awarded?

A throw-in is awarded when the ball goes out of play over the sideline. This is a fundamental rule in soccer, where the game restarts after the ball has completely crossed the sideline, either on the ground or in the air. The team that did not touch the ball last before it went out of play is awarded the throw-in. This action is crucial for reintroducing the ball into play and maintaining the flow of the game.

Other situations, such as scoring a goal, result in different methods of restarting play, like a kick-off. Similarly, when a foul occurs, the game is usually restarted with a free kick or penalty kick, depending on the nature of the foul. If the referee stops play for any reason, such as an injury or to manage a situation on the field, the restart depends on the specific reason for stopping play, and not all scenarios will result in a throw-in. Thus, the correct context for a throw-in specifically pertains to the ball crossing the sideline.