Children's soccer goal: comparison and reviews 2021

Children's soccer goals and mini soccer goals: here's how to make the right choice

Do you want to enjoy the sun and summer in your garden, while having fun at the same time? Little ones, in particular, are delighted to finally be able to play in the garden, in the playground or on a soccer pitch.

So that your little soccer fans can imitate their favorite soccer players, you not only need the right clothes and matching soccer shoes, a soccer goal is also a must-have at home. But it's got to be just right for your kids, designed to be the right size, strong and safe. That's why we've put together this comprehensive guide to help you choose the right type of small goal for your young footballers.

Why opt for a children's soccer goal?

Children love to play with a ball. They roll it, throw it or shoot it into the goal. However, the possibilities for playing soccer outdoors are very limited. There's either a lack of space, or simply a lack of the right equipment for shooting the ball. A children's soccer goal is the perfect solution for this, as most of them are designed to be dismantled quickly, conveniently and efficiently. Save time: opt for a portable mini soccer goal, and you'll be able to play wherever you want.

The ideal soccer goal for your children

There are many different models of soccer goal for children. They differ not only in individual size, but also in material and design. Because of this individuality, it's possible to buy exactly the soccer goal that meets your requirements and criteria.

See our full range of Netsportique mini goals.

What criteria should I take into account when buying a children's soccer goal?

What size of children's soccer goal?

Since you're buying for children, the size should be smaller than for adults. What's more, since you can install them in your garden or on a soccer pitch, a smaller size is always preferable.

Choosing the right size by age and category

A mini soccer goal means the right dimensions. If you're looking for a mini soccer goal for your toddler, this smaller, less expensive option is perfect for his or her age.

• Not sure of the right size? Want a goal that fits easily? Opt for a POWERSHOT modular mini soccer goal. It's ideal for matches and training sessions for players in the U6 to U9 categories. If you manage several age categories within your soccer club, this solution may prove practical.

• Do you travel a lot with your soccer equipment? If so, you'll want to opt for folding soccer goals. Easier to store and transport, they'll follow you wherever you go.

Goal dimensions and sizes: everything you need to know

As already mentioned, the most important criterion for choosing a children's soccer goal is its size. Depending on the space available in your garden, and the number of children taking part in the game, mini goals are available in a range of sizes, from the smallest 90x60 cm, ideal for beginners, to 3 or 4-metre soccer goals for older players. Of course, you need to take into account the space in which you intend to install them. Soccer cages that are too big can make the game unpleasant, as can the number of children's soccer goals you want to install.

Choice of materials for a children's soccer cage

Soccer is one of the world's most popular outdoor games. If your child is passionate about the game and wants to develop quickly, it's best to choose sturdy equipment that's suited to his or her use, while guaranteeing optimum safety.

What's the difference between a steel or aluminum soccer cage?

• Are you on a tight budget but still want reliable goals? Steel soccer cages are more affordable, but heavier.

• Do you move around a lot? It's a good idea to buy aluminum soccer goals, which are a little more expensive but much lighter.

• You can always add weight by securing them with sandbags.

Check the sturdiness and safety of the materials used for these miniature goals

The second criterion to take into account is the material they're made from. After all, children aren't necessarily the most cautious of creatures, and their mini soccer goal is likely to be exposed to all kinds of weather conditions. Mini goals are available in plastic, steel, aluminium and uPVC. However, you'll find more choice with the last two materials, for several reasons:

• uPVC is tough and solid, so whether it's windy, raining or hailing, it can be left outside without a problem. Easy to assemble, transport and maintain, uPVC children's soccer goals are first-rate items.

• Aluminium is also a strong, durable material that can be used in all climatic conditions. Slightly heavier than uPVC, it's perfect for 1.5 x 1 m mini-goals, which offer optimum stability. You'll also find folding aluminum mini soccer goals, perfect for vacations.

Comparative table of materials with their advantages and/or disadvantages

Children's soccer goals can be made from a variety of materials. At Netsportique, you can choose between aluminum, uPVC or steel cages.

Which anchoring system for these small goals?

Depending on the type of soccer goal you're looking for, you can expect three types of anchoring system.

For added security and stability, you can opt for self-ballasted goals. The weight will ensure that they don't move, despite heavy ball-strikes.

How to choose a children's soccer goal according to your needs?

Mini soccer goal for the garden or soccer field

How to get the most out of soccer training? Do your children love to kick the ball around? They can train at home, in the garden or at official matches.

Nowadays, there are a number of soccer goals available for children. Here are the key points to bear in mind when considering the purchase of a children's soccer goal.

Fixed or transportable mini soccer goal?

Cages for the garden, for a trip to the park or to take with you wherever you go, even when traveling? Ideally, they should be foldable and transportable. These goals are very easy to install, are usually sold in pairs and have a very long life. Another advantage of these goals is their ability to be easily stored and transported. They are easy to store. They can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Check that they comply with European standards to guarantee your child's safety when playing on the field, and to avoid any incidents for your club, prefer sturdy, high-quality equipment.

Now you know how to choose the best children's soccer goal for every purpose. All you have to do now is make your choice and watch your young players flourish on the field of their favorite sport.

Check out our comprehensive soccer goal buying guide.

At Netsportique, we're all about quality: our Powershot range has been tested and approved by Franck Leboeuf himself.

Why buy a mini soccer goal?

Mini soccer goals are easy to handle, because they're simple to set up in your garden, or to take with you on vacation. Combining sturdiness and safety, they're perfect for accompanying your children and their friends to memorable soccer matches, or for training your young players in penalty shoot-outs. Want to please your football-loving child and help him pursue his sporting ambitions? Indulge them with quality Netsportique equipment. Our safety standards are as high as the quality we attach to our innovative products.

What are the advantages of mini soccer goals?

They are ideal for children, offering

• flexible use
• quick assembly and disassembly
• can be used individually
• ideal for moving around
• available in a range of sizes and innovative designs.

There are other types of soccer goal that deserve the name "portable". For example, children's soccer goals or small training soccer goals are what you might call portable or transportable goals. They are often foldable and can be considerably smaller than regulation soccer goals.

What is their main purpose? To set up soccer pitches for youngsters, or to enable you to practice your precision shooting. Note that these types of portable soccer goals are useful for working on precision shots or simply for enjoying soccer while having fun at home or with friends.

Where to find the best soccer goals for kids?

At Netsportique, we offer you a wide choice of mini goals built with quality materials and complying with European standards to prevent injury. To satisfy every need and every budget, we offer a complete range of soccer goals to suit children and adults alike, so that they can experience the emotion and sensations that soccer brings to thousands of children around the world.

Whether you're planning a penalty shoot-out in the garden, or a soccer match on the go during the vacations, you'll need to choose your mini soccer goal based on 3 criteria:

• The surface area of the space in which you'll be playing.
• The size and number of goals, according to your space and needs.
• The material of construction (aluminum, plastic, uPVC, steel), which will determine its durability over time.

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