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UNIVERSIDAD DE MANILA

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SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY

2nd Semester

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Republic of the Philippines

SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY

SOCCER

2nd Semester

GROUP 3: BPE32

DIONISIO, HONEY GRACE

MANGALILI, MATT ORLAND

NOLASCO, JAN KHAYEXIE

PERALTA, MARC ARIEL

ZABLAN, NYZELL MARY

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Introductory Message

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTENT PAGE

WHAT IS SOCCER? ......................................................................................... 5-6

HOW TO PLAY SOCCER THE BASICS??...................................................... 6

SOCCER GAME STRUCTURE ……................................................................ 6-7

FIVE EXAMPLES OF SOCCER MECHANICS................................................. 8

BASIC RULES OF SOCCER............................................................................ 8-13

BASIC SOCCER SKILLS................................................................................. 13-17

HOW TO PLAY GOALKEEPER? ................................................................... 17-18

HOW TO PLAY DEFENSE? ........................................................................... 18-19

HOW TO PLAY MIDFIELD? ........................................................................... 19-20

HOW TO PLAY FORWARD? ......................................................................... 20-21

REFEREE-POWER AND DUTIES .................................................................. 21-23

REGULATION ...……………........................................................................... 23

ASSISTANT REFEREE.................................................................................. 23-24

WHAT IS THE STANDARD SOCCER FIELD SIZE? .................................... 25-27

WHAT ARE THE MARKINGS ON A SOCCER FIELD? ............................... 28-31

EQUIPMENT …………………………………………….................................... 31

REFERENCES ………………………………………….................................... 32

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SOCCER (FOOTBALL)

The sport of soccer (called football in most of the world) is considered to be

the world's most popular sport. In soccer there are two teams of eleven players.

Soccer is played on a large grass field with a goal at each end. The object of the

game is to get the soccer ball into the opposing team's goal. The key to soccer is

that, with the exception of the goalie, players cannot touch the ball with their hands

or arms, they can only kick, knee, chest, or head the ball to advance it or score a

goal.

Soccer is played at all levels throughout the world from youth leagues to

professional and international teams. Perhaps the most famous soccer tournament is

the World Cup. Held every four years, the World Cup is a soccer competition

between countries and is one of the most watched events in the world

One of the reasons soccer is so popular is that it really only takes a ball and a

flat open area to play. Kids throughout the world will set up fields and goals just

about anywhere and start playing the game. The game is also fun and competitive.

Soccer is a great form of exercise as there is lots of running for good

distances. The sport is also a good test of dexterity and a great way to learn balance.

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Many people consider soccer at its highest level to be so beautiful as to be

practically an art form. The skill at which great players and great soccer teams work

the ball, strategize, and flow as one can be an awesome thing to watch.

HOW TO PLAY SOCCER THE BASICS?

The Basics

In some ways soccer is a fairly simple or pure game. The primary rule is that

players cannot touch the ball with their hands or arms while the ball is in play. The

exception to this rule is the goalie. The goalie is a designated player whose main job

is to protect the goal from the opponents. The goalie is the last line of defense and

can catch or touch the soccer ball with their hands. Players also cannot tackle, push,

hit, or knockdown their opponents.

The typical game play in soccer involves one team that has possession of the

ball dribbling the ball and passing it amongst themselves to try and get to where they

can kick or head the ball into the goal. The other team is constantly trying to take the

ball away. The possession of the ball can change quite often throughout the game.

Each soccer team has eleven players including the goalie. The winner at the

end of the designated time is the team with the most goals. Each goal counts for one

point. If there is a tie, there may be an overtime or there may a shootout to determine

the winner.

SOCCER GAME STRUCTURE

 A soccer game typically has two halves, each lasting 45 minutes.

 There is a short break between halves, during which the teams can regroup and

make strategic adjustments.

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 The game begins with a kickoff, with one team starting with the ball and the other

team trying to take possession.

 From there, the team with the ball will try to advance down the field and score a

goal, while the other team will attempt to stop them.

 If the opposing team takes possession of the ball, they will have a chance to

score.

 The team that scores the most goals wins the game.

 Soccer games can be exciting and suspenseful, filled with nonstop action from

start to finish.

 In soccer, the clock doesn't stop even when the ball is out of play. This makes for

a fast-paced game that can be thrilling to watch and even more exciting to play.

 The referee can add time to make up for any time that was lost during the game,

such as when players were injured or the ball went out of bounds. This added

time is called "stoppage time" and can be a very important part of the game.

 If the score is tied at the end of regulation time, the game may go into "overtime"

periods, during which each team will get one more chance to score.

 If the game is still tied after overtime, the result is a "draw."

 For competition or tournament games that cannot end in a draw, a "shootout"

may be used to determine a winner.

 In a shootout, each team takes turns trying to score from a designated spot on

the field, with the other team’s goalkeeper trying to stop them.

 The team that scores the most goals in the shootout wins the game.

FIVE EXAMPLES OF SOCCER MECHANICS:

1. Shooting with laces: Toes need to be down & depending on if you want the ball

high or low depends on if you lean over the ball or lean back.

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2. Passing inside of foot (push pass): the toes should be up, knees slightly bent.

3. Trapping a ball while opening up your body: your toes should be up as you collect

the ball.

4. Dribbling you should stay low bending your knees, so you can change direction

easier.

5. Volley a shot while facing the goal your follow through (leg) should not be too

high & your toes should stay down as you strike so the ball doesn't get hit over

the goal.

BASIC RULES OF SOCCER

Soccer, or football as it is called in certain countries, is a game played

between two teams, each with a maximum of eleven players and a minimum of

seven players.

A soccer game can't begin if either of the teams has fewer than seven

players. The team has one designated goalkeeper (often referred to as a goalie) and

10 outfield players.

The game is played on a rectangular field, with each team trying to score

goals by kicking the ball into the other team's goal. The way to win is simple: Score

more goals than the other team in the allotted time.

Soccer game length varies by age group and level of play but is typically 90

minutes — two 45-minute halves with a break in between. We will dive deeper into

the major rules of soccer later in this article, but here's a look at some of the basic

rules of soccer everyone should know:

 The ball must cross the goal line to score.

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 The team with the most goals wins.

 The goalie is the only player who can touch the ball with their hands.

 There are no timeouts. Soccer uses a running clock, which means the game

continues even if a player is injured.

 If the ball goes out of bounds, the team who didn't touch it last gets to throw or

kick it back in.

 If a player commits a foul or offense, the other team gets a free kick.

The rules get more complicated as the level of play gets higher. But even at

the professional soccer level, the rules are pretty simple.

There are sometimes changes in specific rules — such as length of play and

the number of substitutions depending on the level of play (e.g., youth soccer,

recreational, competitive, professional soccer).

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) and the Federation

International de Football Association (International Federation of Football, or FIFA)

publish the official laws of the game.

1. NO USE OF HANDS

One of the most basic rules of soccer is that plays can’t use their hands

during play. This rule applies to all players on the field, with the exception of the

goalkeeper and players taking throw-ins. Players can use other parts of their bodies,

such as their head, chest, or feet, to play the ball.

2. THROW-INS

A throw-in is when the ball goes out of bounds on the sidelines and must be

brought back into play. The opposing team gets a throw-in if the ball was last

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touched by the other team before it went out of bounds. A player must use both

hands to properly execute a throw-in and must keep both feet planted on the ground

behind the ball. The player must throw the ball in over the head and can’t hold or

toss it. If a player doesn't properly execute a throw-in, the other team gets to take it.

3. CORNER KICKS AND GOAL KICKS

Corner kicks and goal kicks are taken when the ball goes out of bounds in the

penalty area behind the goal line. If the attacking team kicks it out, the defending

team gets a goal kick from inside the goal box. If the defending team kicks it out, the

attacking team gets a corner kick from the nearest corner to where the ball went out.

4. FOULS

The referee can call fouls when players break the rules of the game.

There are different severities of penalties and fouls:

 Minor offenses: The penalty is usually a free kick for the opposing team.

 Serious offenses: The opposing team is usually awarded a direct free kick. If

the penalty occurs within the penalty box, there will be a penalty kick.

 Yellow card: A yellow card is shown to a player as a warning or caution. Two

yellow cards in one game lead to a red card and the player must leave the

field.

 Red card: A red card is given to a player who has committed a serious

offense or has accumulated two yellow cards. The player must leave the field

and can't be replaced for the rest of the game.

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Penalties are up to the referee's discretion and can be given for a variety of

reasons. The most common reason is for a player to commit a reckless or violent act

against another player. Arguing with the referee could also lead to a yellow or red

card.

According to the FA, the following actions will result in a foul and a free kick

will be awarded to the opposing team:

 Tripping

 Pushing

 Holding an opponent

 Hitting

 Kicking

 Spitting on an opponent

 Tackling from behind

 Charging into an opponent

 Touching the ball with your hands (if you aren't the goalkeeper)

The referee can choose to give a yellow card to a player for the following actions:

 Excessive fouls

 Unsportsmanlike behavior

 Dissent by word or action

 Delaying the game

 Not respecting the required distance on a free kick

 Entering the field without the referee's permission

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 Leaving the field without the referee's permission

The referee can also give a player a red card and kick them out of the game for the

following actions:

 Serious foul play

 Violent conduct

 Using offensive, insulting, or abusive language

 Receiving a second yellow card in a game

Finally, specific rules apply to the goalkeeper. A goalkeeper cannot:

 Handle the ball outside of the penalty area

 Hold the ball for more than 6 seconds

 Handle the ball after it has been deliberately kicked to them by a teammate

 Touch the ball with their hands directly after a throw-in by a teammate.

The referee can choose to give a yellow card to a player for the following actions:

 Excessive fouls

 Unsportsmanlike behavior

 Dissent by word or action

 Delaying the game

 Not respecting the required distance on a free kick

 Entering the field without the referee's permission

 Leaving the field without the referee's permission

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The referee can also give a player a red card and kick them out of the game for the

following actions:

 Serious foul play

 Violent conduct

 Using offensive, insulting, or abusive language

 Receiving a second yellow card in a game

Finally, specific rules apply to the goalkeeper. A goalkeeper cannot:

 Handle the ball outside of the penalty area

 Hold the ball for more than 6 seconds

 Handle the ball after it has been deliberately kicked to them by a teammate

 Touch the ball with their hands directly after a throw-in by a teammate.

BASIC SOCCER SKILLS

The game of soccer is a great team sport because it requires cooperation and

communication between players. But it's also a game that requires individual skill.

Each player has a specific role on the field and must learn how to play their position

well. If you're working on your soccer skills, preparing for try outs, thinking about

joining a soccer league, or just enjoying a pickup soccer match, you’re going to need

some soccer training.

Here are some basic skills you'll need to know and tips to help you master them.

1. Passing the Ball

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One of the most basic and important skills in soccer is passing the ball.

 To pass the ball, kick it with the inside of your foot.

 Keep your ankle stiff and follow through with your kick.

 Passing the ball is how you move it up the field and create scoring opportunities.

 You can try ball-passing soccer drills at home to practice.

 For example, set up two cones about 10 yards apart. Place a soccer ball at one

cone and stand at the other. Kick the ball to the cone, run to the cone, and collect

the ball.

 Repeat this drill several times, varying the distance between the cones each time.

2.

Scoring a goal

Scoring a goal is typically the most

exciting part of a soccer game. To score, the

ball must cross the goal line between the

posts and under the crossbar. To score a goal

in soccer, you'll need to use your kicking

technique to strike the ball with power and accuracy.

Here’s how:

 Get in a good position. Make sure you're close enough to the goal and in line

with the ball.

 Take a few steps back. This will give you more power when you kick the ball.

 Have your feet shoulder-width apart. This will give you stability when kicking

the ball.

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 Bend your knees. This will help you generate power when kicking the ball.

As you work on your shooting technique, don't forget to practice your accuracy.

Place cones or other markers in different positions around the goal and try to score

from different distances. It's essential to practice from different distances so you're

prepared to score from anywhere on the field. Practice trying to score while moving,

either by dribbling the ball or passing it to a teammate.

3. Dribbling a ball

Dribbling is how you move the ball up the field while avoiding defenders. To

dribble, you kick the ball slightly ahead of you and then run to catch up to it. As you

run, keep your body between the ball and the defender. This will make it harder for

the defender to steal the ball from you. You can also use your body to shield the ball

from defenders. To do this, turn your body so it's facing the defender and then move

the ball away from the defender. This will give you time to change direction and keep

moving up the field. Practice dribbling with both feet so you're comfortable using

either foot to control the ball. You should also practice dribbling in different directions

so you can quickly change direction when necessary. One dribbling soccer drill you

can try is the slalom dribble.

To do this, set up cones or other markers in a line. Dribble the ball around the

markers, zig-zagging your way through them. As you get better at this drill, you can

increase the number of markers or make them closer together.

4. Defense

While scoring goals is the most exciting part of soccer, it's important to

remember that defense is just as important. Defenders are responsible for protecting

their goal and keeping the other team from scoring. Your greatest tool is your body.

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You can use your body to block shots and passes. You can also use your body to

get between the opposing player and the goal. Another defense technique in soccer

is to take up space. This will make it harder for the opposing team to score. You can

also try to force the other team to play the ball in a certain direction. To do this,

position yourself so you're blocking their path to the goal or run alongside the player

with the ball and try to guide them toward your teammates who can take possession

of the ball.

5. Ball control

Ball control is one of the most essential soccer skills. This means being able

to stop the ball, change directions quickly, and keep possession of the ball. You also

need good ball control to dribble and pass the ball effectively. A few soccer drills can

improve your ball control skills. One is the sole roll. To do this drill, place the ball on

the ground in front of you. Roll the ball back and forth from your right foot to your left

foot, using the inside of your feet. As you get better at this drill, try rolling the ball

from one foot to the other without letting it touch the ground. Another ball control

soccer drill is the toe tap. To do this drill, place the ball in front of you and alternate

tapping it with each foot. As you get better at this drill, try tapping the ball faster or

moving around while tapping it. You need to be able to stop the ball and control it on

the ground and in the air. You can practice stopping the ball by having someone toss

the soccer ball at you or roll it toward you. Use your foot to stop and control the ball.

If the ball is in the air, use your head or chest to trap it. Once you've controlled

the ball, take a few touches to get comfortable with it before passing or shooting.

6. Soccer positions

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When learning how to play soccer, it’s important to learn the different

positions on a soccer team. Each position has its own responsibilities. There are

three main positions in soccer: forwards, midfielders, and defenders. The

goalkeeper is a special position with different rules.

Let's take a look at each of the main positions.

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HOW TO PLAY GOALKEEPER?

Goalkeeper is one of the most important positions in soccer. They are

responsible for protecting the net and keeping the other team from scoring.

Goalkeepers must have quick reflexes, good hand-eye coordination, and a strong

understanding of the game to succeed. Playing goalkeeper can be intimidating;

however, anyone can learn to play this important position with practice and

dedication.

Here are a few tips for playing goalkeeper:

 Position yourself in front of the net. Block the middle of the goal, which will

make it more difficult for the other team to score.

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 Don't be afraid of the ball. It's OK to let it hit you. In fact, it's often helpful to

use your body to block shots.

 Communicate with your defenders. Let them know where they should be

positioned and what they should be doing.

 Be aggressive. If there is a loose ball in the penalty area, don't be afraid to

go after it.

 Use your hands to deflect or catch the ball. If you can catch the ball, try to

throw it back into play so your team can maintain possession.

 Be aware of where the other players are on the field. Keep an eye on the

ball at all times, but also be aware of where your teammates and opponents

are so you can anticipate their next moves.

 Make yourself big. When a player is about to shoot, try to make yourself as

big as possible by spreading your arms and legs. This will make it more

difficult for the player to score.

HOW TO PLAY DEFENSE?

Defenders are responsible for stopping

the other team from scoring and protecting their

own goal. There are many different ways to play

defense in soccer, but there are a few basic

principles that all good defenders follow:

 Stay in front of your opponent. If you can position yourself between your

opponent and the goal, you will be able to block their shots and passes.

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 Anticipate your opponent's next move. Pay attention to their body

language and watch the direction they are looking. This will help you

anticipate their next move so you can stop them before they can get to the

ball.

 Be aware of the soccer ball at all times. Even if you're not near the ball, you

need to know where it is so you can react quickly if your opponent gets close

to it.

 Avoid fouls. If you commit a foul, you will give your opponent an opportunity

to score.

HOW TO PLAY MIDFIELD?

Responsible for both offense and

defense, midfielders are some of the most

versatile players on the field.

They need to be able to dribble

and pass the ball effectively, as well as

defend against the other team's attacks.

Midfielders must have a good understanding of the game and be able to make

quick decisions. Here are a few tips for playing midfield:

 Dribble the ball up the field. When you're on offense, it's your job to

advance the ball up the field.

 Pass the ball to your teammates. Once you get close to the other team's

goal, you'll need to pass the ball to one of your teammates who is in a better

position to score.

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 Pay attention. Because you're responsible for both offense and defense, you

need to be aware of what's happening on both sides of the field.

 Work on your stamina. Midfielders need to be able to run up and down the

field for the entire game.

 Communicate with your teammates and soccer coach. As the players in

the midfield, you have the ability to see what is going on both offensively and

defensively. Communicating with your teammates and coach can help you all

work together.

HOW TO PLAY FORWARD?

Forwards are responsible for

scoring goals, and their speed and agility

make them a vital part of any offensive

attack. When playing forward, it is

important to be aware of both the ball and

your teammates. You should always be ready to receive a pass, and you should also

be looking for opportunities to make a run at goal. Forwards only have a limited

number of opportunities to score, so they need to make the most of every chance

they get.

HERE ARE A FEW TIPS FOR PLAYING FORWARD:

 Make runs. Pay attention to the movement of the ball and your teammates, and

make runs that will allow them to pass you the ball.

 Get open. When making a run, try to avoid defenders so your teammate can

easily pass you the ball.

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 Shoot when you have a chance. If you have an opportunity to shoot, take it.

The more shots you take, the more likely you are to score.

 Practice your skills. Spend time practicing your shooting and dribbling so you

can be more effective on the field.

REFEREE

In association football, the referee is the person responsible for interpreting

and enforcing the Laws of the Game during a match. The referee is the final

decision-making authority on all facts connected with play, and is the match official

with the authority to start and stop play and impose disciplinary action against

players and coaches during a match.

At most levels of play, the referee is assisted by two assistant referees

(formerly known as linesmen), who advise the referee on whether the ball leaves the

playing area and any infringements of the Laws of the Game occurring outside of the

view of the referee. The final decision on any decision of fact rests with the referee,

who has authority to overrule an assistant referee. At higher levels of play, the

referee may also be assisted by a fourth official who supervises the teams' technical

areas and assists the referee with administrative tasks, and, at the very highest

levels, additional assistant referees and/or video assistant referees. Referees and

other game officials are licensed and trained by its member national organizations.

POWERS AND DUTIES

Overall

 enforces the Laws of the Game

 controls the match in cooperation with the other match officials

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 acts as timekeeper, keeps a record of the match and provides the

appropriate authorities with a match report, including information on

disciplinary action and any other incidents that occurred before, during

or after the match

 supervises and/or indicates the restart of play

Advantage

 allows play to continue when an offence occurs and the non-offending

team will benefit from the advantage, and penalises the offence if the

anticipated advantage does not ensue at that time or within a few

seconds

Disciplinary action

 punishes the more serious offence, in terms of sanction, restart,

physical severity and tactical impact, when more than one offence

occurs at the same time

 takes disciplinary action against players guilty of cautionable and

sending-off offences

 has the authority to take disciplinary action from entering the field of

play for the pre-match inspection until leaving the field of play after the

match ends (including kicks from the penalty mark). If, before entering

the field of play at the start of the match, a player commits a sending-off

offence, the referee has the authority to prevent the player taking part in

the match (see Law 3.6); the referee will report any other misconduct

 has the power to show yellow or red cards and, where competition rules

permit, temporarily dismiss a player, from entering the field of play at

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the start of the match until after the match has ended, including during

the half-time interval, extra time and kicks from the penalty mark

 takes action against team officials who fail to act in a responsible

manner and warns or shows a yellow card for a caution or a red card

for a sending-off from the field of play and its immediate surrounds,

including the technical area; if the offender cannot be identified, the

senior coach present in the technical area will receive the sanction. A

medical team official who commits a sending-off offence may remain if

the team has no other medical person available, and act if a player

needs medical attention

 acts on the advice of other match officials regarding incidents that the

referee has not seen

REGULATION

Referees and assistant referees are regulated at a national level. FIFA

requires that each national organization establish a referees committee composed of

former officials that has authority over refereeing in that territory. FIFA also

mandates that referees pass tests to show sufficient physical fitness and knowledge

of the Laws of the Game, as well as an annual medical. Generally, referees are

required to have greater experience in order to officiate higher level matches (see,

for example, the multiple tiers of refereeing in England). The most elite officials,

those who are permitted to officiate international games, are listed on the FIFA

International Referees List.

ASSISTANT REFEREE

The assistant referee is one of the officials in a football game that helps out

with decisions. Decisions such as throw-ins and offsides sometimes will have a

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better view of incidents than the referee. More so, His duties generally consist of

judging when the ball has left the field of play. Other roles consist of the following:

 Whether the whole ball has passed outside the field of play.

 Which side is entitled to return the ball to the field of play

 offside offense decisions

 managing substitutions (where no fourth official is present)

 Identifying offenses or other infringements where the referee does not have

an adequate view

Football Referee Compulsory Equipment

 Whistle(s)

 Watch(es)

 Red and Yellow Caution Cards

 Notebook (or other means of keeping a record of the match)

Other equipments that football referees may use include:

 Equipment for communicating with other soccer officials (e.g. buzzer/bleep

flags, headsets).

 Electronic Performance and Tracking System (EPTS) or other fitness

monitoring equipment.

Note: Football referees’ rules prohibit match officials from wearing jewellery or

electronic equipment.

Soccer Field Size and Layout

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WHAT IS THE STANDARD SOCCER FIELD SIZE?

Soccer field size may vary, but must stay within certain parameters to meet

the guidelines of different organizations. For example, an international soccer field

may be of a different size than a standard soccer field, and have to fit within different

regulated dimensions.

FIFA Standard Minimum Maximum

Length 100 Yards 130 Yards

Width (Goal Line) 50 Yards 100 Yards

International Minimum Maximum

Length 110 Yards 120 Yards

Width (Goal Line) 70 Yards 80 Yards

As you can see the international soccer field dimensions are more strict. This

is to keep teams playing on similar sized fields when competing with teams from

other countries. A standard soccer field however, has some wiggle room in field size.

This opens up options for where a soccer field can be placed, and increases the

number of playable fields across the board.

 Soccer Field Layout

The dimensions of the field overall have requirements, but so do all the

markings inside the field of play. The goal box, and penalty box need to be of a

certain size as well as the corner kick locations and the center circle.

Goal Box

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The goal box will start 6 yards from the ends of both sides of the goal post,

and extend 6 yards onto the field. The marking will connect the ends of those two to

create the goal box.

Penalty Box

The penalty box is drawn similar to the goal box, except using 18 yards as its

measurement. 18 yards from either end of the goal post, and 18 yards into the field.

Connected with another mark to create the penalty box.

Penalty Kick Mark

The penalty kick mark is placed 12 yards away from the center of the goal.

This is where penalty kicks will be made inside the penalty box on the penalty kick

mark.

Penalty Arc

The penalty arc is drawn only outside the penalty box with a radius of 10

yards, with the penalty kick mark being it is center. The reason to have a penalty arc

in the first place is to make sure all other players are at least 10 yards away from the

penalty kicker.

Those are important field dimensions to remember in soccer. The others

include the center

circle, the corner

arc, and the goal

dimensions.

Center Circle

The center circle is placed at the center of the field with a radius of 10 yards.

The very center of the center circle is the most center location on the entire soccer

field. View the image below to see what that looks like.

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Corner Arc

The corner arc is where a corner kick will be taken. The corner arc is a 1 yard

radius 1/4 circle in each corner of the field. When taking a corner kick, the ball must

stay within the corner arc.

Flag Post

Even the flag posts at each corner of the field have a regulation. The flag

posts must not be less than 5 feet tall and be placed at each corner of the field.

Official Soccer Goal Dimensions

The official soccer goal dimensions as regulated by FIFA, is to have a soccer goal 8

yards in width (7.32 meters) and 8 feet in height (2.44 meters) measured from the

inside of one post to the inside of the other post, and from the ground to the bottom

of the top post.

The goal posts must be white in color and securely anchored to the ground. A white

net may be attached only if it does not affect game-play. Most soccer games will

usea white net on the soccer field, and some fields require it to play.

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WHAT ARE THE MARKINGS ON A SOCCER FIELD?

Now that you know the layout of the field, all the markings will be pretty

straightforward. I do want to point out that the goal line is sometimes referred to as

the end line and the touch line is often referred to as the sideline.

Here is the list of soccer field markings:

 Corner Arc

 Goal Box

 Penalty Box

 Penalty Arc

 Penalty Kick Mark

 Sideline

 End-line

 Halfway Line

 Center Circle

re All Soccer Fields The Same Size?

No, not all soccer fields are the same size. But all official soccer fields do fit

inside an agreed upon set of dimensions. An official FIFA regulation soccer field will

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be between 100 to 130 yards long, and 50 to 100 yards wide. A typical soccer field is

120 yards long by 75 yards wide.

FOOTBALL COMMITTEE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The club appreciates your support in volunteering for this role. We

acknowledge your commitment to the club and to the participants. We wish you

success in this season and hope the experiences you have at West Auckland AFC

are all positive. We are a proactive club and if you have any suggestions, questions

or concerns please do not hesitate in discussing these with us.

Football Chairperson

The Football Chairperson is a voluntary position that supports the

Chairperson with the administration, policy and management of the club. The

Football Chairperson is the principle leader of the football activities of West Auckland

AFC (WAAFC).

Delegates

Including: Midgets Delegate, Junior Delegate, Youth Delegate, Women's

Delegate and Men's Delegate

This is a voluntary position that supports the coaches and managers of the

various age groups or sections of West Auckland AFC (WAAFC) in the delivery of

football. Reporting to the Football Chairperson and Football Committee these roles

are responsible for the coaches and managers in their designated age group or

section ensuring that their needs are met in providing a positive footballing

experience at WAAFC.

Gear Steward

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The Gear Steward is a voluntary position responsible for the purchasing, distribution

and collection of gear distributed to West Auckland AFC (WAAFC) coaches.

Coach - Midget, Junior & Youth

This is a voluntary role, and no salary payment is available. With the

assistance of the team manager and/or co-coach provide training, mentoring and

delivery of the game to a West Auckland AFC (WAAFC) team. This role will develop

a team culture that enhances participation, creates positive competition both

internally and externally and fits within the clubs’ mission, values, and ethos.

The Coach is responsible for managing all disciplinary action, complaints,

requests, or enquiries promptly, in a positive manner and report to the club

accordingly.

Coach – Senior

This is a voluntary role, and no salary payment is available outside of the

reimbursement of out of pocket expenses.

With the assistance of the team manager and/or co-coach provide training,

mentoring and delivery of the game to a West Auckland AFC (WAAFC) Senior

Team. This role will develop a team culture that enhances participation, creates

positive competition both internally and externally and fits within the clubs mission,

values and ethos.

The Coach is responsible for managing all disciplinary action, complaints,

requests, or enquiries promptly, in a positive manner and report to the club

accordingly.

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Team Manager

The Team Manager is a voluntary position responsible for assisting the team

coach provide management and delivery of the game to the team. The Team

Manager must communicate positively and effectively to their players and/or parents

ensuring all training, games and development opportunities are offered and

participation encouraged. All disciplinary action, complaints, requests or enquiries

must be dealt with promptly and in a positive manner and reported to the club

accordingly.

Fixtures Officer

The Fixtures Officer is a voluntary position responsible for the management of

West Auckland AFC’s (WAAFC) weekly fixtures, playing field use and team

notification of any park closures, cancellations or transfers.

BASIC EQUIPMENTS IN SOCCER

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REFERENCES:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Referee_(association_football)

https://kiiky.com/officials-in-a-football-game/#h-1-the-referee

https://backyardsidekick.com/soccer-field-size-layout-and-dimensions/

https://anza.org.sg/sports/soccer/committee-roles/

https://ecusoccer.org/volunteers-managers/tournament-committee-positions/

https://www.ducksters.com/sports/soccerrules.php

https://www.dreamstime.com/soccer-goalkeeper-front-goal-net-vector-illustration-

football-goal-keeper-net-isolated-white-background-defender-sport-image185859840

https://www.wikihow.com/Pass-a-Soccer-Ball

https://www.soccer.com/guide/how-to-play-soccer-guide-for-beginners

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