How Do You Read A Soccer Penalty Shot On The Field?
It’s been argued that stopping a penalty shot in soccer is one of the hardest feats to accomplish in sports. After all, during regulation, the goalkeeper relies on help from his defenders but during a penalty shot, it’s just the keeper, the ball and the shooter who is a mere 12 yards away. All eyes are on the keeper, who has a split-second to stop the ball speeding at 60 mph. Line up on the goal line. Depending on the division of play, you might only be able to move after the whistle blows, so situate yourself where you want to be. Other leagues allow you to move only along the goal line, not forward, before the whistle blows. Make sure to ask if you’re unsure. Study your opponent’s eyes. Notice which area he is focusing on. Sometimes recognizing if the shooter is right-footed or left-footed can help determine which side he is aiming for. Most right-footed kickers aim toward the shooter’s left or the keeper’s right. Glance at his kicking foot. Some goalies claim that noticing which dir
