Top five indoor soccer fields in South Florida

Soccer, The “beautiful game,” there isn’t anything quite like it.

Whether it’s kicking a ball against a wall or playing at a park with strangers, soccer has the ability to bring people together. A casual game can turn into a shared language. And as the sport continues to grow in the United States, these fields with their pristine playing surfaces and welcoming atmosphere, make it accessible for anyone who wants to join in. There’s no need for flashy gear, all it takes is the willingness to play.

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Matheo Pittella on the ball whilst Eduardo Meza steps back (Luis Aguilar/Caplin News)

Stadio
571 NW 73rd St.
Miami 
(305) 809-8961
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 3 a.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 8 a.m. – 3 a.m.

Early morning or late at night, Stadio offers a variety of time slots and fields for those who are looking for a kick about with friends. Stadio offers four fields themed after South America and Europe’s top stadiums with enough space for a 7-a-side match. A fifth field, this one themed after Inter Miami, has enough space for a 5-a-side match. Stadio has hosted legends at their fields, with the likes of Sergio Agüero and Karim Benzema making appearances.

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        Pablo Pittella, left, Marcelo Otero, right, and Sebastian Pittella pose for a photo on a soccer field (Luis Aguilar/ Caplin News)

Soccer Cage Miami
128 NE 17th St.
Miami
(305) 343-1757
Monday-Sunday: Open 24 hours

Soccer Cage Miami offers players unrestricted hours for play. Here, the ambience is that of a backyard kickabout with music and food for players to enjoy while having a welcoming environment for all ages.

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         Mural at the entrance of Pulisic Stomping Grounds in honor of Christian Pulisic (Photo courtesy of Ayelen Escaurido)

Pulisic Stomping Grounds
820 SW 20th Ave.
Miami
(754) 303-2646
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 1 a.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Pulisic Stomping Grounds offers South Florida’s best field conditions after renovations done in honor of United States soccer star Christian Pulisic. Offering a wide variety of field sizes that offer 5-a-side, 6-a-side and 7-a-side matches for players to enjoy. Before the renovations this location was called Soctainer. Some signs preserve its former name, as does the facility’s website.

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              A group of friends gather for drinks after a night of soccer at Miami Sports box (Luis Aguilar/Caplin News)

Miami Sports Box
3508 NW 114th Ave.
Doral
(786) 589-3464
Monday: 1 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Tuesday – Friday: Noon – 11:30 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Blessed by the footballing god himself Lionel Messi, Miami Sports Box offers not only a 7-a-side soccer field it also has a wide variety of other courts used for other sports which are available for rental. Additionally Miami Sports Box offers cold beer and snacks which is a big hit with many players.

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Chris Esquivel sizing up the defender ready to take him on (Luis Aguilar/Caplin News)

Soccer 5 Tropical Park
7900 SW 40th St.
Miami
(305) 873-8765
Monday – Friday: 5 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 9 a.m. – 2 a.m.

With four different fields, Soccer 5 Tropical Park has the biggest space for players to enjoy a full-sized game. The fields are wide enough to comfortably fit seven players a side and have the flexibility to accommodate competitive leagues, training sessions and casual pickup matches alike.

Luis Aguilar college Junior majoring in digital journalism. After graduation, he plans on pursuing a career in sports journalism to be able to get up close and personal with the sport he loves. Luis has a special love for soccer as it has been his sport of choice from a young age.