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Originally Posted by rich76
More than a few reputable sources would suggest otherwise...
The Guardian;
"For Brazil, there was also the added satisfaction of seeing Fred, who has been the subject of so much criticism following his vapid displays against Croatia and Mexico, get on the scoresheet. The Fluminense striker could hardly miss, and television replays confirmed that he should have been flagged offside, but all that matters is that he is off the mark."
BBC;
"Replays suggested he was offside but referee Jonas Eriksson stood firm and Fred celebrated a moment that should help his confidence after poor showings against Croatia and Mexico."
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Just goes to show that the English don't know the game.
http://www.fifa.com/aboutfifa/footba...d=1290867.html
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A player is in an offside position if:
he is nearer to his opponents' goal line than both the ball and the second-last opponent
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Additional note:
Because 99,999% of the time an offside happens with the goalie being the last opponent, 99% of football commentators will not understand an offside call where the last opponent is not the goalie.