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Soccer Pitch Lines and Marks – The Penalty Area

The penalty area  is formed by the goal-line and lines extending from it. Its lines start 16.5 metres from the goalposts and extend a further 16.5 metres into the pitch (therefore forming a box). The penalty area serves for several purposes. The most relevant are to mark the pitch range where the Goalkeeper may handle the ball

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