1. What is Goals Against?

Goals Against (GA) is a statistic used in sports to track the number of goals conceded by a team or goalkeeper. The Goals Against Average (GAA) calculates the average number of goals conceded per game.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Total Goals Conceded — Number of goals allowed by the team/goalie
• Games Played — Number of games played

Explanation: This gives the average number of goals conceded per game, which is a key metric for evaluating defensive performance.

3. Importance of Goals Against

Details: GA and GAA are crucial statistics in soccer, hockey, and other sports for evaluating team and goalkeeper performance. Lower numbers indicate better defensive performance.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the total goals conceded and number of games played. Both values must be valid (goals ≥ 0, games > 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good GAA in soccer?
A: In professional soccer, a GAA below 1.0 is excellent, 1.0-1.5 is good, while above 1.5 may indicate defensive issues.

Q2: How does GAA differ from save percentage?
A: GAA measures goals allowed per game, while save percentage measures the percentage of shots saved by a goalkeeper.

Q3: Does GAA account for game length?
A: In most sports, GAA is calculated per game regardless of length. In hockey, it's sometimes calculated per 60 minutes.

Q4: Can GAA be used for individual players?
A: Primarily used for goalkeepers in soccer or team defense in general. Field players typically don't have individual GA stats.

Q5: What factors affect GAA?
A: Team defense, goalkeeper skill, opponent strength, and playing conditions all influence GAA.