The Field of Play Law 1 - The Goal Area.
Two lines are drawn at right angles to the goal line, 5.5 m (6 yds) from the inside of each goalpost. These lines extend into the field of play for a distance of 5.5 m (6 yds) and are joined by a line drawn parallel with the goal
line. The area bounded by these lines and the goal line is the goal area.
line. The area bounded by these lines and the goal line is the goal area.