Minifootball
VariantsAn umbrella term for small-sided football games (5-a-side, 6-a-side, 7-a-side, etc.) played on smaller pitches.
Related Terms in Variants
Football Tennis
Also known as Futnet; a sport played with a football over a low net on a court, combining elements of football, tennis, and volleyball.
Beach Soccer
A variant played on a sandy beach. It emphasizes skill, agility, and aerial play (volleys) because the ball is harder to roll on sand.
Street Soccer
Informal versions of association football played on streets or paved areas, often emphasizing flair, nutmegs, and individual skill over tactical organization.
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