What rule applies when a player is fouled and is not given a penalty kick?

When a player is fouled and a penalty kick is not awarded, the game continues as normal if the foul occurs outside the penalty area and does not warrant a direct free kick for the attacking team. In these situations, the referee may play an advantage, allowing the game to flow and be uninterrupted if the fouled player can still participate effectively. This approach is part of maintaining the spirit of the game and promoting continuous play while ensuring player safety and fairness.

In contrast, a direct kick would only be awarded if the foul was deemed serious enough to merit it and occurred outside the penalty area. A free kick for the player who was fouled would apply in some situations, but not when the play continues unaffected. Issuing a yellow card is a disciplinary action reserved for specific infractions during play. Thus, option A accurately reflects the rule regarding the scenario of a foul without the penalty kick decision.