The phrase "promising position" refers to a favorable or advantageous situation or opportunity with the potential for success or advancement. Full definition
He's got all the skill but no desire and gets brushed aside when in promising positions.. (justarsenal.com)
Even when he gets into promising positions in the opponent's half, he is unable to deliver crosses unless he moves the ball to his right side. (thefalse9.com)
It's insane really — he wins the ball and even if he's in a more promising position will just give it to a ball player for them to make the game tick. (justarsenal.com)