Football news for children

The new junior football boots and their levels

Brands offer their key models in several levels, and children's sizes follow this logic. At adidas, the Predator, the successor to the boot launched in 1994 for control and striking, and the F50, designed for speed, come in League and Club, the latter being the most accessible. At Puma, the Future focuses on support and creativity, while the Ultra emphasises lightness, available in Match then Play, under the top-tier Ultimate and Pro. Mini versions, like the F50 Club IC designed for indoor play, fit even the smallest feet.

The other children's sections of Goal-Foot

The new arrivals continue in every category: the Children's football shoes gather all pairs by pitch and brand, the Teams collect jerseys from clubs and national teams in junior sizes, and young goalkeepers find their Goalkeeper Gloves and protective gear in Goalkeeper Equipment. The complete range is accessible from the Children page.

The new club jerseys in junior version

Clubs unveil their kits between late spring and early autumn, and children's sizes are released at the same time as the adults. You can find the third shirt of Liverpool, also available in long sleeves, Manchester City's home shirt, the AS Roma jersey in the purplish-red and golden yellow colours of the Italian capital club, the prematch jersey of the Real Madrid and the mini-kit third of OM, which includes the full outfit in small size for the very little ones. Each new item closely follows the design worn by the players, with a cut and fabric designed for children.

Choosing the right pair among the new items: pitch and size

Before going for a colour, check the sole type. FG is for dry natural grass, AG is for next-generation synthetic, FG/MG and FG/AG cover multiple surfaces, TF or Turf corresponds to stabilised pitches and older synthetics, IC or IN is for indoor use. For the size, measure the foot at the end of the day, while standing, and keep about one centimetre between the big toe and the end of the shoe: just enough to grow a few months without the foot floating. A child who plays several times a week on synthetic will benefit from having a dedicated AG or TF pair.

The new junior items and the best deals of the year

A new item today is often a good deal tomorrow: as soon as a new pack is released, the previous one becomes more accessible. Black Friday and the holiday season are the perfect time to aim for a pair of Predator or a club jersey in the Children's Promos. The winter sales, the French Days for kids in spring, the summer sales, and the return to training complete the year, with frequent transitions of old colours through the Clearance section.

Frequently asked questions

How often are new football boots released?

Brands launch their models in colour packs several times a year, often before major tournaments and around the return to play. Children's sizes usually arrive at the same time as the adults, sometimes a few weeks later.

Is a foldable tongue boot suitable for a child?

The foldable tongue of the Predator FT covers the laces and provides a cleaner striking area while protecting the lacing. It is laced like a classic shoe: the child needs to know how to tie their laces or be assisted before the match.

Do small footballers need laceless shoes?

Laceless models, like the LL versions from Puma, slip on like a slipper and won't come undone mid-game. They're great for kids who don't yet know how to lace up, as long as the stretchy collar isn't too tight on the ankle.

What exactly is a prematch jersey?

It's the top worn by players during warm-ups, before putting on the official kit. Lighter and often more graphic than a match jersey, it appeals to young players who want to warm up in their club colours.

Does a new shoe fit like the old pair?

The shape can vary slightly from model to model, especially in width. Compare your child's foot length to the size guide on the product page rather than relying on the size of the previous pair.