Meaning of the word "18 yard box" in English
What does "18 yard box" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
18 yard box
US /ˈeɪ.tiːn jɑːrd bɑːks/
UK /ˈeɪ.tiːn jɑːd bɒks/
Noun
In soccer, the rectangular area in front of the goal, 18 yards (16.5 meters) from the goal line, from which a penalty kick is taken.
Example:
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The striker was fouled just inside the 18-yard box, resulting in a penalty kick.
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He shot from outside the 18-yard box and scored a spectacular goal.