1975 European Cup final
I.e.:It doesn't matter is someone is in an offside position, if they don't commit an offside offence. Which might mean that they are not interfering with play, but might mean that the ball hasn't even been passed at all.
To be in an offside position is to be closer to the opponent’s goal than the last opposition outfield player (therefore excluding the goalkeeper) and the ball. However, to commit an offside offence is to have the ball played forward towards you while in that position. As such, you can be in an offside position and not commit an offside offence.
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