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In a groundbreaking move to enhance youth football development, The Football Association (FA) has announced the 'FutureFit' initiative, set to commence in the 2026-27 season. A central feature of this initiative is the introduction of a 3v3 playing format for Under-7 players, aiming to maximize engagement and provide young talents with more time on the ball. Why 3v3 Football for...

When it comes to football training, a lot of the focus tends to be on technique, tactics, and fitness, but one essential piece of gear often gets overlooked: football bibs. These simple, brightly coloured pieces of fabric are a crucial part of any session, helping players distinguish between teams, improving communication, and enhancing visibility. But with so many options out...

Football rebounder nets have become very popular over the past few years. Rebounders are used by both outfield players and goalkeepers. For outfield players they can be used to improve their first touch be that with their feet, head or chest, work on their ball control and volleying or to strengthen their weaker foot through repetition. For goalkeepers the rebound...

The footballs used in organised games are graded in different sizes to suit different age groups. It makes sense that the ball that a young player would use will not be the same size as an adult. The size and weight of a ball are set out in the FA guidelines and followed by leagues and schools throughout the UK. How...

Whether you are buying a match or training football you will need to choose the correct size. It stands to reason that different age groups should use different size footballs. What Size Are Size 3 Footballs? Footballs are available in 5 different sizes from Size 1 mini footballs to adult Size 5 footballs. A Size 3 football is used by...

To be the best you can in football you need to practice, practice and practice more. To do this you will need a set of football goals in your garden. Mo Salah did not become the striking sensation that he is without hours of shooting practice on front of goal.We take a look at the best options for your garden ...

Player heading a Mitre Football A ban on children heading footballs will come into effect in just a few weeks in Scotland because of fears between the link between head injuries and dementia. The Scottish FA could announce the ban on U12s heading the ball soon after a report that states that former players are at more risk of...

There is a huge range of both plastic and metal football goals available to buy. Which goal to go for depends on a number of factors. Where the goal is to be used Is the goal to be used on a grass or hard surface Does the goal need to be portable? Do you need to store the goal away...

Sometime the same old boring training drills just don’t cut it. Players get fed up and lose interest. La Liga side CD Leganés have come up with a routine that has attracted a lot of interest and their players seem to really enjoy it. The Spanish Club have use some exercise balls from their gym along with 4 traffic cones...

Portable Plastic goals Corners The corners are the most important part of a plastic goal. This is where the strength is needed to keep the goal in shape and prevent the crossbar from dipping and the goal looking like it is made from plasticine! The larger the goal the more this matters. An 8ft or 12ft wide goal will not...