An indirect free kick is a method of restarting play in soccer when a foul occurs, but it is not a direct scoring opportunity. The ball must touch another player before a goal can be scored. This type of free kick is awarded for less serious infractions, such as offside or a player obstructing an opponent. To take an indirect free kick, the referee raises one arm above their head to signal that the kick is indirect. The ball is placed at the spot of the foul, and players from the opposing team must stand at least 10 yards away until the kick is taken.