So you've decided to get together with your friends for a kick-about - Goal has your essential guide to five-a-side
Small-sided football such as five-a-side or six-a-side is a popular and fun way to get fit at any time of the year.
Whether you play on astroturf, an indoor arena or an outdoor setting, the rules are more or less the same, though there is no real formalised rulebook which is universally followed.
If you're new to five-a-side and not that familiar with the game's customs or simply need a refresher, Goal takes a look at some of the rules and regulations that are observed.