5. The Football Pitch The length of a football pitch is usually 100-110 metres. The width is about 65-75 metres. The pitch has a center spot; where the ball is usually put to start the game. It also has two penalty boxes: limited place for the goalkeeper to hold the ball with his hands. In the penalty box itself there is a penalty spot: used only when a foul is committed, thus a penalty given to the opposite team. There is also the outside line; a football pitch needs only a limited place.