Football cages: which is the best model?

Are you looking for soccer equipment for your club pitch or garden? With so many models on the market and so many criteria to choose from, it can be difficult to find the right soccer goals for your needs. Thanks to this special soccer buying guide, you'll know how to choose the soccer goal that will give you complete satisfaction.

What size soccer goal should I choose?

First and foremost, the dimensions of a soccer goal must be adapted to the age of the players. So that everyone can have fun and progress at their own pace, children's goals are naturally smaller than those designed for adults. So, before choosing your goal, make sure you know the age of the players who will be using it.

Likewise, competitive soccer is governed by rules laid down by the Fédération Internationale (FIFA) and the Fédération Française (FFF). Just like the soccer pitch, goals must respect a certain size, both in width and height:

• To comply with the standard and be used in an official 11-a-side outdoor soccer match, a goal must measure 7.32 meters wide by 2.44 meters high.
• For 7-a-side soccer, as the pitch is smaller, the size of the cage is smaller, measuring 6 metres wide by 2.10 metres high.
  
  

These dimensions are only valid for outdoor play. If you're playing indoor soccer, you'll need to opt for goals measuring 3m x 2m.

What kind of cage material should I choose?

Your soccer equipment can be designed with different components. A rigid material such as steel, for example, is widely used. Renowned for its sturdiness, it offers good value for money.

However, it is preferable to choose an aluminum soccer cage, a lightweight material that will prolong the life of your equipment. Whether or not you want to transport your soccer goal between training sessions or matches, aluminum is undoubtedly the best choice.

You'll also find space-saving children's soccer goals in PVC or fiberglass for organizing tournaments during training sessions or for personal use.

Which soccer goal should I choose for my club or community?

For professional soccer clubs

Whether it's a soccer or a goal, professional clubs need high-quality equipment for their training sessions and official matches. This sports equipment must comply with the various standards imposed by the federal authorities, in terms of dimensions, weight and materials used.

To equip the soccer stadium that hosts its team's matches, a pro club will need to purchase an 11-a-side soccer goal to be sealed in aluminum. In addition to the strength of the cage, the mesh quality of the net and posts must also be taken into account.

On the other hand, for training purposes, it may be a good idea to equip the club with transportable soccer cages. This will enable the trainer to vary the exercises. Removable soccer cages, for example, can be used to organize fun, dynamic sessions on small playing areas, putting goalkeepers to the test.

For sports associations and local authorities

To enable their members to play soccer in optimal conditions, sports associations also have every interest in choosing solid, durable equipment, such as this transportable 11-a-side soccer goal.

For your youth categories playing on a 7-a-side pitch:

• models such as this aluminum cage are also a guarantee of performance and durability.
• If you share your outdoor pitch with clubs from other sporting disciplines, it may also be worth selecting a folding soccer goal that won't interfere with other associations.
  
  

Children's soccer cages and mini goals

To introduce the little ones to the round ball, there are various models of 3m x 2m children's soccer cages or this 1.5 x 1.2-meter mini goal. You'll also find complete soccer training kits (including children's cages, a rebound net, a ladder, cones and hoops) or targets to accompany your budding footballers in their progress.

The best soccer goals for your garden

If you're looking for a garden soccer goal to play ball with your kids, there are a number of criteria to consider. The first of these is ease of installation. For example, the Quickfire soccer goal can be installed in a matter of seconds. What's more, it's self-ballasted, so it can withstand any shots on goal.

Likewise, your cage should be foldable for easy transport and storage. There are various folding models to choose from, and you'll find them in our complete range.

Of course, if the surface area of your pitch allows it, you can equip your garden with a transportable or embeddable futsal goal.

Now you know how best to choose a soccer goal. The products offered on Netsportique are both durable and innovative. They are designed to meet the needs of sports clubs and individuals alike, and offer excellent value for money. Take advantage of a 10% discount if you are a club or local authority (info@netsportique.fr).