In some countries children play in the street kicking a can back and forth. ... The ball is out of play when it has wholly crossed the goal line or touch line; whether on the ground or in the air, and when play has been stopped by the referee. ... The assistant referees on opposite touchlines follow the play, running back and forth along the touchline. ... Although the popularity of soccer continues to grow in America, the intensity and obsession for the sport is not nearly the same as other countries. ...

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