Footballs on sale

How do sales on footballs work?

Sales take place twice a year, in winter and summer, on dates set by regulations. They focus on products already in stock, which is why you mostly find items from the season that is ending.

For footballs, this is good news: these are products that age slowly, and a model from the previous series behaves similarly to the one that replaces it.

Footballs by brand

Each brand has its page, showcasing what makes it special:

• The Nike and adidas footballs, the two most dominant brands in competitions, ranging from match balls to training models.
• The Puma footballs, featured in several championships and well-represented at the club level.
• The Select footballs, a Danish brand historically associated with hand-stitched footballs.
• The Uhlsport, Jako, Erima, and Tremblay CT footballs, widely used by clubs and organisations that purchase in bulk.

Is a discounted football outdated?

Much less than a pair of shoes. The construction of a football evolves slowly, and what changes from one series to another is mostly the colour or design linked to a competition.

For training, this is not an issue. For a match ball, the only important checks are size and the mention of standards on the product sheet, not the year of the series.

What size football should you choose?

The size depends on the age category. Size 5 is the adult size, used from U13 up to seniors, for both matches and training.

Size 4 covers the intermediate categories, from around U8 to U12, while size 3 is for younger players, as a ball that's too heavy can disrupt their technique.

How many footballs should a team have?

One football for every two players is the basis for a proper training session, which means you'll need about a dozen for a full squad. Below that, some of the group will have to wait during drills.

At this volume, the difference between a training ball and a match ball becomes crucial. This is why clubs take advantage of the sales to renew their stock rather than buying intermittently.

Other categories on sale

The football is just one part of the operation. The shoes are the most sought-after items, the team jerseys encompass club and national team kits, and the children's products include everything available in junior sizes.

Additionally, the goalkeepers section has gloves and clothing for that position, the teamwear and club space cater to association kits, and the equipment covers protection and accessories. The sections lifestyle and running and fitness complete the sales page.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find cheap footballs during the sales?

On this page, which brings together discounted footballs, and more broadly on the sales page that covers all categories on the site. Each brand has its own page, like adidas or Uhlsport.

When do the discounts start?

The sales happen twice a year, in winter and summer, on dates set by regulations. Between these periods, clearance sales continue on a rolling basis.

Are there club footballs on promotion?

Yes, training footballs are among the most common items on sale, and this is where a club's volume counts the most. The club space on sale includes the rest of the association's equipment.

Is a discounted football of lower quality?

No, it's the same product as the one sold at the normal price but from a series that is no longer being restocked. For footballs, the difference with the model that replaces it is mostly in the colour.

What size football for a child?

Size 3 for under seven years, size 4 for U8 to U12 categories, size 5 from U13 onwards. The children's products on sale include the rest of the junior equipment.