When looking at two goals in football, they may seem identical — both end up in the net. But from a data perspective, they can be very different. In this example, one shot is taken from a central position close to goal, while the other comes from a wider angle and a greater distance. Visually, this changes how much of the goal is actually “open” to the player. The closer and more central the position, the larger the effective shooting angle and the higher the probability of scoring. In contrast,