Some great shots there guys!
OK... So as promised here's a random selection of pics from slightly different angles:
From the sidelines, about 20 yards down from the half-way line at 420mm (300mm + 1.4x)...
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Again from the sidelines at 420mm, right on the half-way line. This might also be one good example of why it's not always a good idea to zoom out...
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Something in the goal area, taken from behind the goal-line just outside the 18-yard box with the 70-200mm...
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Again from behind the goal-line at 600mm (300mm +2x), a celebration at the far end of the pitch...
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From the same game and the same position at 420mm...
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From adjacent to the corner flag at 420mm, diagonally across the pitch...
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Another reason I often like to shoot from the sidelines, the manager shot..
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Also, bear in mind that when players celebrate a goal they often run
away from the visiting fans behind the goal

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Like I said, just a random selection of pics. I think I favour the sideline view as it opens up the opportunites, particularly if you have access to 300mm+ glass. It's just a matter of style I suppose... but I've also been sat behind the goal for a full 45 minutes and not managed a half-decent pic because all the action has been at the other end

Did I mention that the sideline view makes for great shots of the goalie as well (at 300mm)?...
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http://www.tgsphoto.co.uk/forum_images/ooo001.JPGIn all honesty, football provides stacks of great images from the sidelines, from the corners or from behind the goals... Just remember to keep both eyes open

---- Gavin