What is the correct restart when the ball goes out of play over the goal line and a goal was not scored?

When the ball goes out of play over the goal line and no goal has been scored, the correct restart depends on which team last touched the ball. If the attacking team last touched the ball, a goal kick is awarded to the defending team. Conversely, if the defending team was the last to touch the ball, a corner kick is awarded to the attacking team. This procedure ensures that the team which was not responsible for the ball going out of play has an opportunity to restart the game, either through a goal kick to clear the ball from their defensive area or through a corner kick if the attacking team is given the chance to pressure the goal.

The other options present scenarios that are not applicable when the ball exits the field of play in this manner. A throw-in occurs only when the ball goes out over the touchline, not the goal line. A free kick is not appropriately assigned in this situation, as it does not apply to instances involving the goal line without a foul being committed. A drop ball is not relevant here since it is only used to restart play after a stoppage due to a non-foul situation and does not relate to the specifics of the ball going out of play.