Goals Against refers to the total number of goals scored by opposing teams against a particular team during a specific period, such as a season or a tournament. This statistic is commonly used in sports like hockey, soccer, and basketball to evaluate a team's defensive performance. A lower number of goals against typically indicates a stronger defense. In many leagues, Goals Against is an important factor in determining a team's overall standing. It is often used alongside other statistics, such as Goals For, to assess a team's effectiveness. Coaches and analysts closely monitor this metric to identify areas for improvement in defensive strategies.