Pitch dimension is the cirlce and one side of pitch.
Orange team attacks first for a period of time Blue defend main goal.
If ball leaves circle on opposite side/middle of 2 white goals or over end line ball starts in the corner where ball is positioned with Orange player in the image.
If no 2 GK's dribble through by Blue or pass to a teammate
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