I think its shocking that posters are admitting such ignorance of the rules. I suppose it answers some of the vocal complaints you here during the game when its obvious that the ref is correct.
Direct or indirect free kick to the defending team:
all opponents must be at least 9.15 m (10 yds) from the ball
all opponents must remain outside the penalty area until the ball is in play
the ball is in play when it is kicked directly out of the penalty area
a free kick awarded in the goal...