The football season stops for no one. Rain or shine, you can guarantee your local league game, friendly five-a-side or semi-pro match will take place. So it pays to be prepared.
Whether you’re training multiple times a week or dabbing in 90 minutes, when contending with sub-zero degrees and biting winds, which let’s face it can happen all year round in the UK, wearing a football tracksuit is essential for a pre-game warm-up - not to mention it helps you look the part.
What should you look for in a football tracksuit?
When securing a two-piece to add to your activewear arsenal, the fabric needs to be moisture-wicking and breathable, so you don’t overheat whilst you’re honing your unbelievable tekkers. What’s more, it should be slim and well-fitted to ensure nothing comes between you and the ball. Our favourites are those in darker colours with minimal design details which are understated yet serious - enough to unnerve even the most challenging of opponents.
Even better, it’s an investment that does double duty off the pitch, too. Whenever you’re travelling on a long journey or simply relaxing at home, you’ll have an ultra-comfortable head-to-toe outfit at the ready with no effort required.
Our top tip? If you stick to the sportswear stalwarts, you won’t be disappointed - Nike, Adidas and Under Armour included. Or, if you want to splash out on a premium set crafted with luxurious fabrics and elevated design details, it’s Castore and Vuori that should be on your wishlist.
So, without further ado, it’s time for you to find your next footie companion in our list of the best below.
Keep scrolling for our top pick.
Adidas Tiro 24 Training Tracksuit
You can’t go wrong with Adidas’ triple stripe - especially in 2024 when hype for the German label is at an all-time high. Designed with the brand’s patented Aeroready technology, this set will wick away moisture to ensure you’re cosy, calm and collected as you prepare for any match or training session. If you start to overheat, simply unzip the neckline for extra ventilation.
Buy now £80.00, Adidas
Nike Academy Men's Dri-FIT Football Tracksuit
Nike’s knit tracksuit ticks all of the boxes - would you expect anything less from a two-piece adorned with the sportswear giant’s Swoosh? Smooth and lightweight, it boasts unparalleled comfort, not to mention body-mapped ventilation and pockets in the jacket and pants. Better yet, it’s composed entirely of 100 per cent recycled materials.
Buy now £72.95, Nike
Puma teamLIGA Pro Training Men's Football Tracksuit
Puma’s two-piece marries understated design details with performance-driven credentials for a tracksuit that delivers both style and substance. The best of both worlds, you won’t ever want to take it off.
Buy now £80.00, Puma
Castore Active Midlayer And Slim Fit Joggers
A premium sportswear brand that spans many sports, you may have spotted Castore’s wings on Andy Murray’s tennis kit or the England cricket team’s whites. Although it’s a touch pricier than the industry stalwarts, as soon as you feel the luxurious smoothness of the pieces you’ll thank yourself for investing.
Buy now, Castore
Under Armour Challenger Tracksuit
In the market for affordable performancewear? Under Armour is the brand for you. A slightly thicker fabric, this is perfect for days when the frost sets in. The handy zip-through design means you can easily take off the jacket when your body heats up. Our favourite part? The unusual khaki colourway.
Buy now £31.50, Sports Direct
MyProtein MP Men's Training Tracksuit Navy
MyProtein is a brand that does the basics - and does them well. One of the warmer options we’ve chosen, this would be best worn for the lighter training sessions - or when the temperatures are particularly unbearable. Power League, anyone?
Buy now £62.00, MyProtein
