Indoor Soccer
VariantsA version of the sport played indoors, common in North America (e.g., MASL). Unlike Futsal, it is played on turf and surrounded by walls, which can be used to rebound the ball.
Related Terms in Variants
3v3
A fast-paced, small-sided version of soccer played with three players on each team, often using small goals (Pugg goals) and no goalkeepers.
Paralympic Football
Football competitions adapted for athletes with disabilities, most notably 5-a-side (blind) and previously 7-a-side (CP).
5-a-side
A popular variation of football in which each team fields five players (four outfielders and a goalkeeper). It can be played on various surfaces.
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