Can two players from the same team participate in a dropped ball situation?

In a dropped ball situation, two players from the same team can indeed participate. The Laws of the Game state that when a dropped ball is necessary, the referee will drop the ball at the location where play was halted, and the players from both teams can compete for possession at that spot. This means that both players from the same team can be present and actively involved in attempting to gain control of the ball.

The key aspect of a dropped ball is that it provides an opportunity for fair play following a stoppage, allowing players from both teams to engage, and there are no restrictions against having multiple players from the same side. This encourages a level playing field immediately after the restart, allowing for both teams to utilize their tactics in this scenario. Other options suggest limitations or rules that do not apply to dropped ball scenarios.