An indirect free kick is a type of free kick awarded in soccer when a foul occurs, but it is not serious enough for a direct free kick. The ball must touch another player before a goal can be scored. This means the player taking the kick cannot score directly from the kick itself. To signal an indirect free kick, the referee raises one arm above their head. The defending team must stand at least 10 yards away from the ball until it is in play. Indirect free kicks are often used for tactical plays, allowing teams to create scoring opportunities.