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Choosing a match ball

IFAB Law 2 specifies the ball used for the standard game. Youth competitions can use modified specifications, so the applicable competition—not an assumption from a child’s age—should guide the purchase.

What to do next

• Confirm the required size with the coach or league.
• Read the actual ball’s inflation instructions and inspect its condition.

References

IFAB • General modifications • checked 2026-09-29

IFAB • Law 2: The ball • checked 2026-09-29

Not specialist reviewed.