Soccer field dimensions by age
Soccer field dimensions in youth soccer are set by format: 4v4 for U6-U8 uses 25-35 x 15-25 yards, 7v7 for U9-U10 uses 55-65 x 35-45, 9v9 for U11-U12 uses 70-80 x 45-55, and 11v11 for U13+ uses 100-120 x 50-75 yards.
Full field-size chart
| Format | Age range | Length | Width | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4v4 | U6-U8 | 25-35 yd | 15-25 yd | Mini goals, no goalkeeper |
| 7v7 | U9-U10 | 55-65 yd | 35-45 yd | Build-out line, goalkeeper |
| 9v9 | U11-U12 | 70-80 yd | 45-55 yd | Build-out line, goalkeeper |
| 11v11 (youth) | U13-U14 | 100-110 yd | 50-70 yd | Full-sided |
| 11v11 (older youth) | U15-U19 | 110-120 yd | 60-75 yd | Full-sided |
| 11v11 (adult / FIFA) | Adult | 100-130 yd (110-120 preferred) | 50-100 yd (70-80 preferred) | IFAB Law 1 |
Source: US Soccer PDI; IFAB Law 1.
Frequently asked questions
How big is a U10 soccer field?+
A U10 soccer field for 7v7 is 55-65 yards long and 35-45 yards wide.
How big is a U12 soccer field?+
A U12 soccer field for 9v9 is 70-80 yards long and 45-55 yards wide.
How big is a full-size soccer field?+
A full-size 11v11 adult FIFA field is 100-130 yards long and 50-100 yards wide; preferred international size is 110-120 x 70-80 yards.
What is the smallest legal soccer field?+
For 4v4 U6-U8 play, fields are as small as 25 yards long by 15 yards wide.
Are US Youth Soccer and MLS NEXT field sizes the same?+
Yes. Both use US Soccer field standards; the format (4v4, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11) determines the size.
Where do the field dimensions come from?+
The US Soccer Player Development Initiatives publication and IFAB Laws of the Game (Law 1).