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In football, what is the 'offside' rule primarily intended to prevent?
Verified Answer
Defensive players tackling from behind.
Quiz Options
- Defensive players tackling from behind.
- Players scoring from their own half.
- Players gaining an unfair advantage by being positioned ahead of the second-last defender.
- Goalkeepers handling the ball outside the penalty area.
Explanation & Context
The offside rule is designed to prevent attacking players from staying too close to the opponent's goal and waiting for a long pass.
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