Soccer fields vary in size depending on player age, format (like 7v7 or 9v9), and governing body regulations. This guide outlines dimensions used across youth leagues, high school, college, and professional play.
Information is sourced from FIFA, US Youth Soccer, and the NFHS.
📏 Standard Soccer Field Dimensions
| Level | Length (yards) | Width (yards) |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Regulation | 100–130 | 50–100 |
| FIFA (International Match) | 110–120 | 70–80 |
A typical professional pitch is around 115 x 75 yards, covering roughly 1.76 acres.
🏫 High School & College Field Dimensions
While not bound to FIFA’s laws, most U.S. institutions follow similar guidelines:
- High School: 100–120 yards long, 55–80 yards wide
- College: Typically 115–120 yards long, 70–75 yards wide
Smaller schools may vary due to space availability, especially for multi-use fields.
👶 Youth Soccer Field Sizes by Age
Here are some recommendations for age-appropriate field sizes to promote tactical learning and player development. Below is a complete guide:
| Age Group | Format | Field Size (Length × Width, yards) |
|---|---|---|
| U-6 | 3v3 or 4v4 | 25 × 20 |
| U-8 | 4v4 or 5v5 | 35 × 25 |
| U-10 | 7v7 | 55 × 40 |
| U-12 | 9v9 | 80 × 50 |
| U-14 | 11v11 | 100 × 65 |
| U-16 | 11v11 | 110 × 70 |
| U-18+ | 11v11 | 120 × 75 |
These guidelines are flexible and allow clubs to mark off fields from a full-size plot if space allows (e.g., 130 × 100 yards). The goal is to match the field size to the players’ age and ability, avoiding oversized pitches that hinder development.
🔢 Small-Sided Soccer Field Sizes
- 3v3: ~20–30 x 15–20 yards
- 4v4: ~25–35 x 20–25 yards
- 7v7: ~55 x 35 yards (U10 standard)
- 9v9: ~80 x 50 yards (U12 standard)
- Junior field sizes: Often used for 7v7 and 9v9
These formats are crucial for building confidence, improving technique, and teaching tactical shape.
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