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Soccer field sizes in Alexandria: IFAB dimensions, surfaces, and how to book a pitch
Alexandria pitches line up with the Laws of the Game, giving leagues and pick‑up sides the same foundation. For non‑international matches, fields run 100–130 yards long and 50–100 yards wide; international matches tighten to 110–120 by 70–80. Goals are 8 yards wide and 8 feet high, the penalty spot sits 12 yards out, and the penalty area extends 18 yards from each post into the field [1].Standard markings—halfway line, center circle, corner arcs, and the penalty arc—apply, and goals must be properly secured. Surfaces may be natural grass or artificial turf, both permitted under the Laws, with local competition rules adjusting youth and small‑sided dimensions as needed [1].Teams looking to train or host fixtures should use the City of Alexandria’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities channels for field availability, permits, lighting details, and maintenance closures. That’s the path for reservations and local ordinances that govern use across park sites [3]. For sanctioned competitions, organizers should align with the Laws of the Game framework recognized worldwide through FIFA and adopted domestically via governing bodies [1][2].