What Is The Best Football Goal For My Garden

Are you looking for a new football goal for your garden? There is a wide range of different types of goals to choose from each have their pros and cons. Here we show the main types of goals available for garden use with recommendations to suit different needs.

1.         Pop up goals.

These are typically half-moon shaped, the type that fold flat and can be stored away in a handy carry bag. They vary in size with the largest size being 6ft wide, any larger than this and they become unstable.

Best for: Occasional use in the garden by younger children

Pros: Quick and easy to set up in a matter of seconds. Very portable so can be used on days out to the park or beach.
Cons: They are less sturdy and will need to be folded away after each use. Due to their limited size, they are not suitable for goalkeepers

2.         Portable Goals
These goals offer a more permanent solution than pop up goals and typically have sturdier frames. They can be left outside for prolonged periods but have the advantage that they can be folded away and stored in a carry bag. Examples include the Progoal Ultra-Portable Goals and the Bazooka Goals. The sizes vary from 6ft x 4ft to 12 x 6ft.
Best for: Seasonal set ups in the garden or to transport to the park or playing fields.
Pros: Lightweight but more durable than basic pop-ups; easy to assemble with locking joints.
Cons: Best if stored away for the winter period.

3.         Plastic Goals

Plastic football goals are the most popular choice for the garden. Constructed from high impact uPVC they are strong, sturdy and weatherproof so can be left outside all year round. They offer good value for money so fall within most people’s budgets. The goals are available in a range of sizes to fit most gardens from 6ft x 4ft right up to 16ft x 7ft. Example of these include Progoal Garden Goal and Samba Goals.

Best for: Regular use all year round by children of all ages
Pros: Weatherproof; lightweight but more durable than basic pop-ups; easy to assemble with locking joints; often include nets and anchors.
Cons: Not suitable for public places where they could be vandalised.

4.         Metal Goal (Steel or Aluminium)

If you are looking for a goal that will withstand heavy use by both kids and adults, then a metal goal made of aluminium or steel could be a good option. These goals can either be socketed into the ground or freestanding, with freestanding goals being the most popular. They are fully weatherproof so can be left outside all year. These are the best options if you are looking for a goal above 12ft in width as the metal crossbars are more rigid than plastic.

Best for: Heavy-duty use, adult players, sizes above 12ft in width.
Pros: Extremely durable and stable, will last many seasons. Great for large spaces where bigger goals are required.
Cons: Heavier, more expensive, may require more effort to assemble and may need extra anchoring to secure the goals safely.