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goal_area

goal area

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goal area (plural goal areas)

  1. (soccer) The area of the pitch, extending six yards from the goal, from which a goal kick is taken.
  2. (ice hockey) A semicircle in front of the goal designed to allow the goalie to perform free from interference. Exact rules vary according to the league.

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