AYSO Goal Size Regulations

DivisionTypical AgeGoal Size (Height x Width)
U65–6 years4 ft x 6 ft
U87–8 years6 ft x 12 ft
U109–10 years6.5 ft x 18.5 ft (or 7 ft x 21 ft)
U1211–12 years7 ft x 21 ft
U13 and older13+ years8 ft x 24 ft (full-size goal)

Notes:

  • Full-size goals (8′ x 24′) are the same used in professional soccer.
  • Some regions may allow slight variations at 10U depending on field size.

USYS Recommended Goal Sizes

Age GroupGame FormatGoal Size (Height x Width)
U64v44 ft x 6 ft
U7–U87v76 ft x 12 ft
U9–U107v76.5 ft x 18.5 ft (or 7 ft x 21 ft)
U11–U129v97 ft x 21 ft
U13 and older11v118 ft x 24 ft (full size)

Key Points

  • 8′ x 24′ is the standard full-size goal used in 11v11 play.
  • U9–U10 has some flexibility depending on field dimensions.
  • Goals must be properly anchored for safety compliance.