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Social Football in South Yarra – Weekly Casual Soccer Games

Looking to play social football in South Yarra without joining a club? Social Football Australia runs weekly casual 9-a-side games for individual players of all skill levels, just minutes from Chapel Street. 
No teams. No trials. No commitment. Just turn up, get picked into a balanced side and play.

Why play with us in South Yarra?

  • Monday & Friday evening games 

  • Central South Yarra location 

  • Outdoor astro turf pitch 

  • Friendly, social atmosphere 

  • Competitive but welcoming 

  • Fully organised and refereed games 

How it works

  1. Book your spot online 

  2. Turn up 15 minutes early 

  3. Teams are picked on the night 

  4. Play a full 60–70 minute game 

  5. Head for a drink after if you want 

Who it’s for

  • New to Melbourne 

  • Office workers 

  • Uni students 

  • Former club players 

  • Anyone getting back into fitness 

Game details – South Yarra

  • Time: Mondays & Fridays, 6:00pm meet 

  • Format: 9-a-side 

  • Boots: No studs 

  • Price: $18.50 per game  

About the Game

  • Address: Melbourne High School, 1 Forrest Hill, South Yarra(Chapel Street)

  • Astro turf boots or runners only - NO STUDS OR BLADES!

  • Astro turf, outdoors

  • Free parking next to pitch

  • Meet 10 minutes before kick-off

  • See team sheet on arrival which will tell you what colour team you are on

  • 9 a side

  • 60 minute game

  • People who turn up late might lose their spot

  • 1 hour booking

  • Changing rooms & Showers available

  • Bibs and balls are handed out by the match coordinator

  • Shin pads are optional but recommended

  • Our liability insurance covers damage to the venue. If you’re worried about getting injured we advise you take out personal injury insurance

  • Games go ahead in all weather conditions - We don't cancel because of rain!

  • If you can’t find the ball you must tell the match night supervisor straight away

  • All abilities welcome to play

Game Rules

  • No sliding tackles!

  • Everyone has to take a turn in goal unless there is a dedicated goalkeeper.

  • Goalkeeper rotates every 6 minutes

  • Usual football rules, throw ins, corners etc

  • Any kind of aggressive behaviour will NOT be tolerated

  • Make sure you turn up on time

  • Kicked the ball off the pitch? Go get it straight away please!

  • Everyone must play fair, respect their opponents and team mates.

  • We only stop for handball if it's deliberate, if the ball strikes the hand, play on!

📍 Venue: South Yarra
Address: 5X7W+45H South Yarra, Victoria, Australia

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