Not quite. Say player X has a shot from outside the 18 yard box and player Y is offside. If the shot goes in the goal stands because player Y didnt interfere or benefit in any way. Say the shot is saved or comes back off the post and comes to player Y then he's offside. He would also be offside if the shot from player X passes close enough to him that the referee dems the player obstructed the view of the goalkeeper or created confusion by the potential of a deflection.
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I wouldnt worry, Our season is over with the sale of Cabaye. Ashley is happy with 10th, which is probably where we'll finish.
Still Id take a second win over Man Utd in a season.