How Big Is a World Cup Soccer Field?
Though the size of a World Cup soccer field is not fixed, certain guidelines exist. Here are some:
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Length
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A World Cup field must be between 110 and 120 yards long. During the 1994 World Cup held in the United States, the fields of play were 115 yards long.
Width
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The field must be between 70 and 80 yards wide. The United States set up fields 75 yards wide during the 1994 World Cup.
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Penalty Area
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The penalty area of a soccer field is 18 yards long by 44 yards wide. A foul committed in this area by the defending team results in a penalty kick.
Penalty Kick Spot
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The ball is placed 12 yards from the center of the goal line when a penalty kick is awarded to a player.
Goal Size
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The goal on a World Cup soccer field is 8 feet high and 24 feet wide.
Other Field Considerations
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In addition to the playing area, a World Cup soccer field requires extra space surrounding the field for player and coach benches, additional sideline advertising, and a safety buffer zone from the fans to protect those on the field. The space varies.
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stevemar2
Jul 11, 2010
I really learned a lot from reading this. I think it's interesting how the size of the field can vary.
