With the 2010 Soccer World Cup less than a year away, many people will be thinking about getting their own football out and having a "kick-around" with their friends. If you're planning on doing this in your yard and just for fun, putting some jackets on the ground instead of targets is still a good idea! 

However, if you are building an amateur team or playing in a competitive manner, you should definitely consider scoring a suitable pair of soccer goals. Luckily, there are several options out there, from small football goals to full-sized professionals. You can also browse online to get information about how to make a mini soccer field. 

Here are some ideas to help you decide what you might need.

There are three things to consider before purchasing multiple uses: First, what are they going to be used for? In other words, are they used for competition or just for fun? The second thing to remember is who will use it. 

Is it for younger children or for children over the age of twelve? The third consideration after switching to the other two is of course budget. How much do you want to spend? This will determine the type of material that makes up your goals.

Portable practice soccer goals are easy to access and usually made of plastic so they are not too heavy. Many of the practice targets are smaller than those used for racing games but great for shooting. They usually have a tight, spongy jumping net that pushes the ball back towards you once it reaches the goal.

In any sport, safety is paramount, both for the protection of the players and for any spectators watching the match. When setting football goals, whether for practice or matches, always make sure that they are closely connected with each other. 

The heavier aluminum heads are usually sunk to the ground and held there. However, portable lightweight plastic wickets can be blown away by strong gusts of wind or brought down by balls or players. Therefore, especially with these plastic training targets, make sure they are anchored or strapped tightly to avoid accidents or incidents.