How Many Calories Does Soccer Burn?

A 70 kg person burns about 245 calories in 30 minutes of Soccer; the figure rises with body weight and duration.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Estimated calories burned
245 kcal

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How many calories does Soccer burn?

Casual soccer is a team sport that burns high energy through running and quick movements.

Running in soccer is intermittent rather than steady: short sprints, walking and waiting follow one another. Position on the pitch and the number of players change how much ground one person covers in total.

Soccer calories by weight and duration

Weight15 min30 min45 min60 min
50 kg88175263350
60 kg105210315420
70 kg123245368490
80 kg140280420560
90 kg158315473630
100 kg175350525700
110 kg193385578770
120 kg210420630840

The figures above assume casual play and count active time on the pitch.

Values in the table are kilocalories (kcal), calculated as MET × weight × time; this page uses a MET value of 7 for Soccer. Use the calculator above for figures in between.

What changes the calories burned by Soccer?

  • Position: midfielders usually cover far more ground than a goalkeeper.
  • Pitch and squad size: small-sided games on a short pitch mean more running per player.
  • Stoppages: waiting for fouls and throw-ins lowers the average intensity.

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. If you have symptoms or a medical condition, consult a doctor.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories does Soccer burn in one hour?

A 70 kg person burns about 490 calories in one hour (60 minutes) of Soccer. Heavier people and longer sessions burn more.

How does body weight affect calories burned by Soccer?

Calories burned rise with body weight: a 90 kg person burns about 315 calories in 30 minutes of Soccer, while a lighter person burns less in the same time.

How long does it take to burn 300 calories with Soccer?

A 70 kg person burns 300 calories in about 37 minutes of Soccer. A heavier person reaches the same figure in less time.

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