Buying a soccer ball looks simple until you're standing in front of forty of them. Prices run from $20 to $260, sizes go from mini to 5, and the labels mix "pro", "competition", "club" and "hybrid" without much explanation.
This guide sorts it out in two steps: pick the right size for the player, then pick the right type of ball for where and how often they play. Every ball below was checked against live Soccer World stock at the time of writing.
Orders over $150 AUD ship free across Australia. The match balls below qualify on their own, and two or three training balls usually get a team bag there too.
adidas Trionda Pro
The official 2026 World Cup ball. $240.
adidas UCL 24-25 Pro
Pro match ball, now $168 (was $240).
Mitre Delta One 24
FIFA Quality certified at $85.
adidas Konektis Club
Sizes 3, 4 and 5 at $28.
What Size Soccer Ball Do You Need?
Size matters more than brand. A ball that's too big makes juniors kick with their toes and lose confidence. Football Australia sets the ball size for every MiniRoos age group:
| Age group | Game format | Ball size |
|---|---|---|
| Under 6 & 7 | 4 a side | Size 3 |
| Under 8 & 9 | 7 a side | Size 3 |
| Under 10 & 11 | 9 a side | Size 4 |
| Seniors | 11 a side | Size 5 |
From Under 12, juniors move into 11-a-side football and up to a size 5 ball over the next season or two. Your club or association will confirm when the switch happens in your competition. Mini balls are for skills and play, not matches.
Match, Competition, Club or Hybrid?
- Pro match balls are thermally bonded rather than stitched, so they hold a true shape and flight. Best on good grass for senior matches. They cost the most and aren't built for concrete.
- Competition balls take the pro design and use tougher, cheaper construction. A good fit for weekly club matches and quality training.
- Club and training balls are machine-stitched and built to survive synthetic pitches, school ovals and the backyard. Buy these by the bagful.
- Hybrid balls mix stitching and bonding to sit between the two: more durable than a pro ball, with a better touch than a basic training ball.
Playing on synthetic turf most weeks? Choose a club, training or hybrid ball. Abrasive turf wears out a pro ball's outer layer quickly.
Best Match Balls
adidas FIFA World Cup 26 Trionda Pro Ball
The official match ball of the 2026 World Cup, the same ball used in every game of the tournament. A seamless, thermally bonded size 5 built for senior matches on good grass. Buy it for a first-team match ball, or for the fan who wants the real thing.
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adidas UCL 24-25 Pro Ball (Group Stage)
The Champions League pro match ball from the 2024-25 group stage, now $72 off. A genuine pro match ball for a lot less than this season's price. The best-value match ball in the store right now.
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adidas UEFA Champions League 26-27 Competition Ball
This season's Champions League design at a club budget. Competition balls sit one step below the pro ball and suit weekly club matches and quality training. Available in size 4 and size 5.
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Mitre Delta One 24 Football
A FIFA Quality certified ball from Mitre at under $100. A smart pick for coaches who want one good ball for training and games. Size 5.
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Puma Orbita Liga Portugal 24-25 Hybrid Ball
A hybrid ball made for both grass and synthetic pitches. The fluoro yellow finish stays easy to see on wet winter nights and under lights. Size 4 and size 5.
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Mitre Calcio 2.0 Football
The training bag ball. Tough enough for synthetic fields, school ovals and backyard kickabouts, and cheap enough to buy several. Size 4 and size 5.
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Mitre Ultimax One Football
A Mitre match ball in size 4, the size used in Under 10 and Under 11 MiniRoos games. A proper match ball for older juniors, not a toy-grade size 4.
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adidas Konektis Club Ball (UEFA Women's EURO 2025)
The club version of the Women's EURO 2025 ball, reduced to $28. Comes in size 3, 4 and 5, so one family can buy the same ball for every age.
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Mitre Impel One 24 Football
A size 3 ball for Under 6 to Under 9 players. Light enough for small feet and durable enough for the backyard.
Shop NowClub Balls and Gifts
adidas Liverpool FC Club Ball
Club balls carry your team's colours and crest on a durable training-grade ball. Liverpool is one of many: we also stock Arsenal, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, Bayern and Manchester City balls.
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Puma Manchester City Orbita 6 Mini Ball
A mini ball for skills, juggling and hallway football. A good add-on gift that can tip an order past free shipping.
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Match, training, club and kids' balls from adidas, Mitre and Puma. Free shipping on orders over $150 AUD across Australia.
Shop Soccer BallsWant the story behind this year's World Cup ball? Read our guide to the adidas Trionda range. Need boots to go with it? Start with the best football boots under $200.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size soccer ball does an 8 year old use?
Size 3. Football Australia's MiniRoos format uses a size 3 ball for Under 6 through Under 9, then size 4 for Under 10 and Under 11.
What size ball do adults play with?
Size 5 for all senior football, men's and women's.
Is a pro match ball worth it for training?
Usually not. A pro ball wears quickly on synthetic turf and costs several times more than a good training ball. Keep the pro ball for matches and buy a few club or training balls for sessions.
What's the best ball for synthetic turf?
A machine-stitched club or training ball, or a hybrid ball. They handle the abrasive surface far better than a thermally bonded pro ball.
Do soccer balls qualify for free shipping?
Yes. Orders over $150 AUD ship free across Australia, so a match ball, or a few training balls together, gets you there.
