Football Positions

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• Which football position is mainly responsible for stopping shots and protecting the goal?
• Which position usually plays closest to the opponent’s goal?
• Which position mainly defends the area in front of its own goal?
• Which position usually plays in the middle of the field and helps both attack and defense?
• What is the main job of a winger?
• Which position usually plays in the center of the defense?
• Which position usually plays near the sideline in defense?
• Which player is allowed to use their hands during normal play inside their own penalty area?