Which action is NOT considered impeding an opponent?

Running towards an opponent without intent does not qualify as impeding due to the lack of any deliberate interference with the opponent's movement or playing of the ball. Impeding involves a player intentionally obstructing or hindering an opponent's ability to move freely, particularly when they are trying to play the ball.

In the context of soccer, impeding typically requires a certain level of intention to interfere or slow down the opponent's progress. Merely running towards an opponent without the intention to block their path or interfere does not meet this criterion, thus making it an action that does not constitute impeding.

On the other hand, blocking a player's path while they are trying to advance, deliberately slowing them down, or positioning closely without making contact can all be considered forms of impeding because they involve actions taken with the purpose of restricting the opponent's ability to play the ball or move freely.