Stoppage time, also known as injury time or added time, is additional time added to the end of a soccer match to compensate for time lost during the game due to injuries, substitutions, time-wasting, or other stoppages. It allows for a fair and accurate representation of the total playing time.
Stoppage time is determined by the referee based on guidelines provided by the competition's governing body, such as FIFA or a league's rules. The referee considers factors such as the number of substitutions, injuries, time wasted, and other interruptions during the match. The typical amount of stoppage time added is between 1 to 5 minutes per half, but it can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the game.
