Long distance

Shots from the “long distance area” are the “least” dangerous ones. Your benefit is the time that you have to react. Bring your body in the perfect position, focus the ball and be ready for the save. The chance is high that you catch the ball to avoid the rebound.

Actually shots from the long distance area do not happen that often during the game as not many players have the faith in their shots to score from such a long distance.

However, it gets more difficult for you, independent of the strength of the shot, if a player crossing your view and you lose the ball for milliseconds. That’s why the right positioning is that important!

Let me repeat one important sentence about the areas. These areas like in the picture are not set in stone. The borders vary depended of the player and his game play. Some players have a huge red zone and less green and other players vice versa. Always keep that in mind!