What format, field size and ball size apply at each age group?
Rule- Australia
- Football Australia
- Coles MiniRoos
- Club football
- Under 6-Under 11
- 2026
- Coaches
| Under 6 and 7 | Under 8 and 9 | Under 10 and 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Players | 4-a-side, no goalkeeper | 7-a-side including a goalkeeper | 9-a-side including a goalkeeper |
| Field of play | 30m x 20m | Minimum 40m x 30m; best practice 45m x 35m; maximum 50m x 40m | Minimum 60m x 40m; best practice 65m x 45m; maximum 70m x 50m |
| Goal size | 2m wide x 1m high | 3m wide x 2m high | 5m wide x 2m high |
| Ball size | Size 3 | Size 3 | Size 4 |
| Penalty area | None required | 5m deep x 12m wide | 10m deep x 20m wide |
The formats apply to boys and girls.
Source: Coles MiniRoos National Playing Formats and Rules (miniroos.com.au/club-resources).
Added 24 Oct 2026