Football Calorie
Calculate calories burned playing football. MET 7-10. World Cup 10-13 km. Kanté 13.7 km. 600-1200 cal/match. Free calculator.
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Football (soccer) MET values: casual 7.0, competitive 10.0, goalkeeper 4.0. World Cup players run 10-13 km per match. N'Golo Kanté covered 13.7 km in a 2018 World Cup match. A 90-minute match burns 600-1200 calories. Goalkeepers cover ~5.5 km and burn ~400-600 cal. Extra time adds 30 min and ~200-400 cal.
Sources: FIFA, ACSM, Compendium of Physical Activities.
Key Takeaways
- • N'Golo Kanté covered 13.7 km in a 2018 World Cup match.
- • Goalkeepers cover only ~5.5 km; outfield players 10-13 km.
- • A 90-minute match burns 600-1200 calories depending on intensity.
- • Extra time adds 30 min and ~200-400 calories.
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How Does Football Calorie Burn Work?
MET Formula
Calories = MET × weight_kg × hours. Casual = 7.0 MET, competitive = 10.0 MET, goalkeeper = 4.0 MET. Heavier players burn more.
Distance
World Cup players run 10-13 km per match. Kanté 13.7 km. Goalkeepers ~5.5 km. Distance correlates with calorie burn.
Intensity
Competitive play (sprints, pressing) = 10 MET. Casual = 7 MET. Goalkeeper = 4 MET (more rest, anaerobic bursts).
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MET Comparison
| Intensity | MET | Cal/90min (70kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | 4.0 | ~420 |
| Casual | 7.0 | ~735 |
| Competitive | 10.0 | ~1050 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does a football match burn?
A 90-minute match burns 600-1200 calories depending on intensity and body weight. Casual play (7.0 MET) burns less; competitive (10.0 MET) burns more. Goalkeepers (4.0 MET) burn ~400-600. World Cup players run 10-13 km per match.
What are football MET values?
Casual football: 7.0 MET. Competitive: 10.0 MET. Goalkeeper: 4.0 MET. MET = metabolic equivalent; 1 MET = resting. Formula: Calories = MET × weight_kg × hours. A 70 kg player at 10 MET for 1.5 hours burns ~1050 cal.
How far do footballers run in a match?
World Cup players run 10-13 km per match on average. N'Golo Kanté covered 13.7 km in a 2018 World Cup match. Goalkeepers cover only ~5.5 km. Midfielders typically run the most.
How many calories does extra time add?
Extra time adds 30 minutes. At competitive intensity (10 MET), that's ~200-400 extra calories for an average player. A 120-minute match can burn 800-1600 total calories.
Why do goalkeepers burn fewer calories?
Goalkeepers have a lower MET (4.0) because they cover only ~5.5 km per match versus 10-13 km for outfield players. Their activity is more anaerobic (sprints, dives) with more rest periods.
How does weight affect calorie burn?
Calories = MET × weight_kg × hours. Heavier players burn more. A 90 kg player burns ~35% more than a 65 kg player at the same intensity. Use your weight for accurate estimates.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational purposes only. Actual calorie burn varies with fitness, playing style, and conditions. MET values from ACSM/Compendium. Not medical or nutrition advice.