rangaistuspotkuin

Rangaistuspotkuin is a Finnish term that translates to "penalty kick" in English, most commonly used in the context of ice hockey. It refers to a situation where a player is awarded a penalty shot due to an infraction by the opposing team.

A penalty shot is an opportunity for a player to score a goal against the opposing goaltender without any other players on the ice. The player taking the shot starts with the puck at center ice and must advance it towards the net, attempting to deke or shoot past the goaltender. The penalized player is typically awarded the penalty shot because they were illegally impeded from scoring a clear goal-scoring opportunity.

The rules governing penalty shots can vary slightly between different leagues and governing bodies. However, generally, the player taking the shot cannot be interfered with by any other player from the opposing team once the puck is put into play for the shot. If the goaltender saves the penalty shot, play resumes as normal. If the puck enters the net, a goal is scored. The penalty shot is a significant event in a hockey game, often capable of changing the momentum or deciding the outcome.