how long is a soccer game

A standard soccer game lasts 90 minutes , divided into two halves of 45 minutes each. There is usually a 15-minute halftime break between the halves. Additionally, the referee may add extra time (also called stoppage or injury time) at the end of each half to compensate for any delays during the game, such as injuries, substitutions, or time-wasting. This extra time typically ranges from 1 to 5 minutes per half. If the match is a knockout game that requires a winner and ends in a draw after 90 minutes, it may go into extra time -two additional 15-minute halves-and, if still tied, a penalty shootout to decide the winner.