Football Size Guide: Updated FA Guidance for Youth Football

Choosing the right size football is an important part of helping young players develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment of the game.

England  FA, Scotland  SFA, Wales  FAW, 🇬🇧 N. Ireland  IFA The Association (The FA) has updated its youth football guidance, meaning some age groups will now use a different size football. To make choosing the right ball easier for parents, coaches, schools and clubs, we’ve updated our football size guide with the latest recommendations.

What’s Changed?

The recommended football size is aligned with a player’s age group and match format, helping young players develop their technique as they progress through the game.

Under the updated guidance: Find the Right Football

Whether you’re buying footballs for school, club training, weekend matches or a kickabout, choosing the correct size helps players get the right experience on the pitch.

Explore Mitre footballs by size and find the right ball for your game.