vapaapotkut
Vapaapotkut is the Finnish term for free kicks in association football (soccer). A vapaapotku is a restart of play awarded to the team that did not commit the offense, after a foul or rule violation by the opposing team. The restart occurs from the spot where the offense happened or where the ball was situated when the play was stopped.
There are two main types: direct vapaapotku and indirect vapaapotku. A direct vapaapotku allows the ball to
Rules and setup: the ball must be stationary when the kick is taken, and opponents must remain
Common offenses that lead to vapaapotkut include tripping, pushing, holding, and handball (depending on the position
Origin and usage: the concept is codified in the Laws of the Game (IFAB) as Law 13,