When is a goal kick taken?

A goal kick is awarded when the attacking team is the last to touch the ball before it crosses the goal line and goes out of play, not resulting in a goal. This situation typically occurs when the attacking team shoots the ball but misses the goal entirely, and the ball travels over the goal line. The purpose of the goal kick is to allow the defending team to restart play from within their goal area, giving them the opportunity to clear the ball from their defensive zone.

The other options do not accurately describe the scenarios that lead to a goal kick. A goal kick is not taken when the goalkeeper saves the ball, as that is a defensive move and does not result in the ball going out of play. Additionally, a goal kick is not awarded for fouls committed inside the penalty area; instead, a penalty kick would be given to the opposing team in such cases. Lastly, when the ball goes out of bounds on the sidelines, a throw-in is awarded to the opposing team, not a goal kick.