What is a double penalty in blind football?
I · Intermediate · Fouls and restarts · 2 of 5A double penalty is taken from the 8 m mark with no wall, or from the foul spot for some fouls nearer goal. The kicker must shoot. A penalty kick from 6 m is given for direct free kick fouls by defenders in their area, or a goalkeeper playing outside the goalkeeper's area. Both allow four seconds.
How it works
- Double penalty: fifth and later fouls.
- Spot: the 8 m mark, or the foul spot by choice.
- No wall: others 5 m back.
- Kicker: must shoot.
- Penalty kick: 6 m spot.
- Goalkeeper: on the line for a penalty.
- Guide: may orientate the kicker.
- Time: four seconds.
The glossary has the double penalty, the double penalty goalkeeper position, the penalty kick (blind football), the penalty spot, the four-second rule and the guide (blind football).
Tricky cases
Can the double penalty kicker pass?
No. They must shoot.
Where is the goalkeeper for an 8 m kick?
In the goalkeeper's area, at least 5 m from the ball.
The goalkeeper handles outside the area. Result?
A penalty kick.
The penalty hits the post and goes in. Goal?
Yes.
Why the rule exists
Double penalties make persistent fouling costly. The guide's help keeps the kick a fair test for a blind shooter.
Where it differs
| Where | What changes | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 8 m mark | Keeper in the area | Law 14 |
| 6 m mark | Keeper on the line | Law 14 |
| Penalty kick | 6 m spot | Law 15 |
From the rule book
IBSA Football Sport Committee, IBSA Blind Football Laws of the Game 2025-2029, Laws 12, 14 and 15. Checked 14 October 2026. Official document: IBSA Blind Football Laws of the Game 2025-2029.