Top Football Gifts Under £20
Finding the perfect football gift doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, Christmas, or just a little surprise for a football-mad kid (or grown-up), there are plenty of affordable options that still feel premium. We’ve rounded up some of the best football gifts under £20 that look great, feel thoughtful, and are guaranteed to impress — without looking like a budget buy
World Football Star – Guess Who
The Top Trumps World Football Stars is a guaranteed hit.
It’s packed with football facts, player stats, and fun comparisons featuring top stars like Ronaldo and Messi. Kids love collecting, battling, and learning while they play.
✅ Easy to carry to school or parties
✅ Great for ages 6+
✅ Combines football knowledge with card game fun
✅ Under £15 – perfect for party invites!
Fun, educational, and football-themed—this is a no-brainer for any birthday party gift bag.
SKILL BLOX Football Keepy Up Training Dice
The SKILL BLOX Football Keepy-Uppy Trainer is a brilliant choice for any football-loving kid.
It’s fun, active, and actually helps improve real football skills like balance, control, and coordination. Unlike the usual toys, this one gets kids off screens and into action—indoors or out!
✅ Boosts football technique
✅ Perfect for ages 6+
✅ Lightweight and easy to use
✅ A unique and memorable gift
If you’re looking for a gift that stands out and will actually get used, this is it.
Mitre Scriball Ooodles
The Mitre Scriball Oobil Edition is a hands-on, creative gift that lets kids decorate their very own football before taking it out for a kickabout.
It comes with five washable colouring pens, a pump, and a bold design that’s made to be customised. This makes it both an engaging activity and a usable football — perfect for sporty, creative kids.
✅ Kids get to design and colour their own football
✅ Includes pump and 5 mini pens
✅ Great for birthdays, especially for ages 5+
✅ Combines creativity with outdoor play
Fun, personal, and practical — it’s a thoughtful birthday gift that kids will remember and use.
Penalty Shootout: The Flicking Fast Football Game!
Need a fun, under-£15 birthday gift that’s guaranteed to be a hit? The IDEAL Penalty Shootout Flicking Football Game is a great choice for any young football fan.
It’s fast-paced, competitive, and perfect for two players. Kids take turns flicking the ball and trying to score – just like a real penalty shootout!
✅ Great for ages 5+
✅ No batteries or setup needed
✅ Compact and fun for travel or parties
✅ Encourages social play and friendly competition
It’s a great gift idea for party invites – fun, sporty, and different from the usual toys.
Ultimate Football Heroes Colouring Book
Packed with over 40 illustrations of football’s biggest stars — from Messi and Ronaldo to Salah and Mbappé — this book lets kids get creative while celebrating their love for the game. It’s inspired by the bestselling Ultimate Football Heroes series, so it’s a hit with young fans who love both football and books.
Whether it’s for winding down after school or something to do on a rainy weekend, this gift is fun, affordable, and genuinely different.
✅ Features 40+ legendary players to colour
✅ Perfect for fans of the Ultimate Football Heroes series
✅ Encourages creativity and quiet play
✅ Ideal for ages 6+
A perfect screen-free gift idea that still keeps football front and centre.
Top Trumps World Football Stars
The game features a wide range of football icons — from modern stars to legendary players from the past. Each card is packed with fun facts, stats, and trivia that keep kids entertained while sneaking in some learning too.
It’s fast-paced, collectible, and great for kids to play at school, home, or on the go.
✅ Features multiple football legends — not just Ronaldo
✅ Combines fun gameplay with real football knowledge
✅ Great for travel, party bags, or small gifts
✅ Suitable for ages 6+
A brilliant, budget-friendly gift for any football-mad child.
Design Your Own Goalkeeper Gloves
These gloves come with fabric pens so kids can colour and personalise them however they like — then wear them for real games or garden matches. It’s the perfect combination of self-expression and football fun.
✅ Includes goalkeeper gloves and 4 fabric pens
✅ Great for ages 5–10
✅ Personalised gear they’ll actually wear
✅ Encourages creativity and outdoor play
A great value gift for any young keeper who wants to stand out on the pitch.
Swerve Ball
The ACTIVE KickerBall is no ordinary football — it’s designed with special aerodynamic panels that let kids curve, swerve, and shoot like the pros.
It’s perfect for outdoor fun in the garden, park, or beach, and it gives kids a new way to level up their shooting skills while having loads of fun.
✅ Curve, bend and swerve the ball with ease
✅ Great for trick shots and challenges
✅ Perfect for ages 6+
✅ A show-stopping birthday gift for under £20
If you want to bring serious excitement to a birthday party gift, this one’s a no-brainer.
