What is the duration of a standard soccer match?

In a standard soccer match, the duration is set at 90 minutes, divided into two equal halves of 45 minutes each. This format has been established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) and is universally recognized in professional and amateur soccer around the world.

The 90-minute duration allows for a comprehensive game that includes various phases of play, tactical adjustments, and scheduled breaks, including halftime. Additionally, while there is the possibility of injury time added at the end of each half, the basic structure of the match remains at 90 minutes of game time.

Other time frames, such as 60, 75, or 120 minutes, are not standard for a regular match. A match lasting 120 minutes typically occurs only in knockout stages of certain tournaments, where teams will play two additional 15-minute halves of extra time if the score is tied after the initial 90 minutes. However, this is not the norm for standard play. Thus, 90 minutes is firmly established as the correct duration for a standard soccer match.