Football training tops

What is a football training top?

A training top is the piece of clothing worn by a player during training sessions, apart from the match shirt. Depending on the weather, it can be a lightweight and breathable shirt, a long-sleeve base layer, a tracksuit top, or a waterproof jacket. These items are designed to keep you dry and allow for free movement during exercise, whether training or warming up.

Four categories to train in any weather

The catalogue is organised around four complementary uses.

• The training top can be worn directly on the skin or over a base layer during sessions, made from lightweight and breathable material. It's available in both adult and children's sizes, such as the Nike Academy training top or the adidas Tiro 24 training top.
• The long-sleeve base layer slips under the shirt or training top on cold days. It is also worn by referees, like the Macron Delcourt base layer designed specifically for officiating.
• The tracksuit top is used for warming up, travelling to the pitch, or resting between sessions. It comes in both adult and child versions, particularly from Nike, adidas, or Kappa.
• The waterproof jacket protects against wind and rain during outdoor training, a useful choice for sessions held regardless of the weather.

What other clothing items to complete the training outfit?

The training top pairs well with other pieces of club apparel, which are listed on dedicated pages.

• Training trousers, to match with the top or jacket for a complete training outfit.
• Tracksuits, to find matching jacket and trousers sets.
• Jackets and padded coats, for the coldest days off the pitch.
• Shirts and polos, for the club's representation outfit.
• Shorts and socks, to complete the outfit from the waist down.

The entire club textile range, across all categories, is grouped on the Textile by product page.

Which brands to choose for the club training tops?

The catalogue brings together the main sportswear brands in football and multisport. Nike and adidas offer complete lines in training tops, tracksuit tops, and waterproof jackets, in both adult and child sizes. Uhlsport and Macron are particularly known for their base layers, including for refereeing. Joma, Mizuno, Kappa, and Errea complete the range with tracksuit tops designed for team training. The choice of brand mainly depends on the desired fit and intended use, whether warming up, training, or for club travel.

When to find the best prices on training tops?

Several permanent sections of the site help to spot the best opportunities in this selection. The Club Deals page and the Club Sales page gather the current offers on club apparel. On the wider site, the Black Friday, Sales, Clearance, and Deals pages are worth checking out during key times of the year: Black Friday, the holiday season, winter sales, and the French Days in spring. If you're looking for the latest arrivals, the New Arrivals page showcases the recently launched models, and the Shipped in 24h page helps identify items available quickly.

How to choose the size and kit out the whole team?

The size choice depends on the fit of each model, which varies by brand and range. The catalogue covers both junior and senior categories, with for example, children's tracksuit tops from Nike (Academy, Strike Drill BR) and adidas (F50, Tiro 25, Entrada 22), alongside adult sizes. To outfit a complete group, it's helpful to compare the size charts specific to each reference before confirming a bulk order, as the fits are not identical from one brand to another.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a training top and a base layer?

The training top is the main piece worn during the session, made from lightweight and breathable material. The base layer is worn underneath, against the skin, to provide an additional layer of warmth on cold days. Both can be combined during winter training sessions.

Can the tracksuit top be worn during a match?

The tracksuit top is designed for warming up and times outside the match, not to be worn during the game. It remains useful on the bench or during recovery phases between sessions.

How to choose the size for a child?

Children's training tops and jackets are generally indicated by age on the product page, but the fit varies by brand and range, for instance between a Nike Academy jacket and an adidas Tiro jacket. It's best to check the size chart specific to each reference rather than relying solely on the indicated age.

Are training tops suitable for club orders?

Yes, this selection is particularly aimed at clubs that want to kit out a complete group, from junior to senior. The ranges cover both everyday training apparel and specific needs like the referee's base layer.

What material to choose for training in winter?

For the coldest sessions, a long-sleeve base layer combined with a tracksuit top or waterproof jacket offers complete protection against the cold, wind, and rain. The choice between a tracksuit top and a waterproof jacket mainly depends on the usual weather conditions at the training ground.