What is the standard height of the football field light pole?

May 12, 2025

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The standard height of the football field light pole needs to be determined comprehensively according to the type of venue, the level of competition and the lighting requirements. The requirements for international competitions are higher, while ordinary venues are adjusted flexibly. ‌

Specific standards and reference basis
‌FIFA standard competition venues‌
The height requirement of the light pole is ‌30-40 meters‌ to ensure the lighting uniformity and coverage of professional events (such as TV broadcasts).

‌11-a-side standard football field‌

Regular height range: ‌20-35 meters‌, depending on the lighting method:
It is recommended to lay lights in four corners ‌25-35 meters‌;
If the venue space is limited, the lights are laid on both sides, which can be reduced to ‌20-25 meters‌.

Some low-level leagues or small venues may use ‌15-25 meters‌ light poles.
‌5-a-side or 7-a-side football field‌

5-a-side field (about 40m×20m): the height of the light pole is usually ‌8-15 meters‌, which can meet the lighting needs and avoid glare;
7-a-side field: ‌12-15 meters‌ is recommended, taking into account both light efficiency and bearing capacity.
‌Special needs and high pole lamp parameters‌

Large-scale comprehensive stadiums used for TV broadcasts may use ‌40 meters‌ and above light poles, with high-power lamps;
The light pole structure design must meet safety standards. For example, a 30-meter light pole is often divided into 3-4 sections of inner casing, and the bottom flange specifications and embedded depth must meet wind load resistance and load-bearing requirements.
Summary
The height of the light pole for a football field is not a fixed value, and it needs to be flexibly selected in combination with the scale, purpose and specifications of the venue. ‌The core principle is to ensure uniform lighting, no glare, and meet the specific needs of the event or activity‌.

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