noun
vital area (soccer)
Soccer term for the zone between the penalty area and the center circle; considered tactically important for creating scoring chances.
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from vital area
相手のバイタルエリアでボールを受けるのが彼の役割だ。
His role is to receive the ball in the opponent's vital area.
バイタルエリアを攻略するには、正確なパスが必要だ。
To break through the vital area, accurate passing is essential.