Last updated: 6 August 2026
Reviewed by Jordan Makin, FA Level 2 Football Coach
Point values
| Score type | Points | How it's scored |
|---|---|---|
| Try | 4 | Grounding the ball in the opposition's in-goal area |
| Conversion | 2 | Kick through the posts after a try, taken from in line with where the try was scored |
| Penalty goal | 2 | Kick at goal awarded after certain penalties, taken from the spot of the infringement |
| Field goal (drop goal) | 1 (or 2 in some golden-point formats) | Ball dropped and kicked through the posts during open play |
Golden point explained
This makes a single successful field goal attempt in extra time a match-winning play — teams often shift into a more conservative, field-position-focused approach in golden point, looking to work into range for a low-risk field goal attempt rather than pushing for a full try that carries more turnover risk.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is a field goal worth less than a conversion or penalty?
A field goal can be attempted at almost any point during open play with comparatively low risk and effort compared to working the ball into a try-scoring position, so it's valued lower (typically 1 point) to keep it as a tactical option rather than a primary scoring method — except specifically in golden point extra time in some competitions, where it can be worth 2 points to encourage a more decisive finish.
What happens if neither team scores in golden point?
Extra time periods are time-limited (commonly two 5-minute halves), and if scores remain level after golden point extra time expires, the match is recorded as a draw in most regular-season formats. In finals/playoff contexts requiring a winner, further extra time or other tie-breaking procedures may apply depending on the specific competition's rules.