What is pk in soccer?

PK, or penalty kick, is a type of free kick awarded to a team when the opposing team has committed a major foul within the penalty area. The penalty kick is taken from the penalty spot, which is located 12 yards away from the goal line, and only the goalkeeper is allowed to defend the goal. The player taking the penalty kick must kick the ball into the goal within the rules of the game. If a penalty kick results in a goal, the team taking the kick is awarded one point, also known as a penalty goal. If the goalkeeper saves the penalty kick, play resumes normally. Penalty kicks are a common occurrence in soccer, particularly in high-pressure tournaments and matches.