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Training soccer balls

Durable and affordable, built for daily training

Training soccer balls

A training ball absorbs hundreds of strikes, passes and touches every week. It's built for durability and value, not for the finesse of a match ball — and that's exactly what daily practice calls for.

What makes a good training ball

Look for a thicker, abrasion-resistant casing, a bladder that holds pressure well between sessions, and solid seams — often machine-stitched, which costs less while standing up to repeated use.

On synthetic turf or asphalt, both highly abrasive, surface durability matters even more than touch. A premium match ball used daily on turf will wear out far faster than a training ball designed for it.

The best ball for your budget

This is where you'll find the best value in the whole range. For a club, a coach or a family that wants a reliable ball without paying match-ball prices, training is the logical choice. Several models are even FIFA Basic certified, which guarantees compliant dimensions and weight.

Sizes and brands

Available in size 3 (ages 3 to 7), size 4 (ages 8 to 12) and size 5 (13 and up), from brands like Select, Puma, Joma, Umbro, Uhlsport and Diadora. Check our soccer ball size by age guide if you're unsure.

Buying in bulk

For a team, buying several identical balls has an often-overlooked advantage: every player trains with the same bounce and the same touch, which helps technical consistency.

Also shop our match balls, our futsal balls and all our soccer balls.

What's the difference between a training ball and a match ball?
The training ball has a thicker, abrasion-resistant casing built to absorb hundreds of strikes a week. The match ball favours flight precision and touch, with a finer build — often thermally bonded — that wears out faster under daily use.

What's the best soccer ball on a limited budget?
A training ball is by far the best value. Several models are FIFA Basic certified, which guarantees compliant dimensions and weight, while costing a fraction of a match ball.

Can a training ball be used in a match?
For recreational play or a coached session, absolutely. For an official league match, check whether your league requires FIFA Quality or Quality Pro certification — that's often the case in competition.

How long does a training ball last?
It depends mostly on the surface. On natural grass, several seasons. On turf or asphalt, abrasion cuts the lifespan considerably. Replace it when the ball deforms, loses pressure quickly, or its surface turns slippery.

What size should you pick for training?
The same as for matches: size 3 for ages 3 to 7, size 4 for ages 8 to 12, size 5 from age 13. Training with a different size than you play with undermines your technical reference points.

Is it worth buying several identical balls for a team?
Yes. Every player then trains with the same bounce and the same touch, which supports technical consistency. It's a detail many coaches overlook.

Should you deflate a ball between sessions?
No, not for regular use. Keep it at the recommended pressure (0.6 to 1.1 bar / 8 to 16 psi) and avoid leaving it somewhere very hot, like a car trunk in summer. For storage over several months, letting a little air out extends the bladder's life.