Football Market Analysis

Global Football Market Overview

Football Market Size was valued at USD 2.2 Billion in 2023. The Football Industry is projected to grow from USD 2.3 Billion in 2024 to USD 3.3 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.50% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). The expansion of the football infrastructure and the promotion of player participation at all levels, are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Football Market Trends

• The increasing availability of the football infrastructure is driving the market growth

The business is acknowledged with being driven by the development of the football infrastructure and the promotion of player engagement at all levels. The industry is expected to perform well over the upcoming years as a result of the popularity of football, the rise in health consciousness, and the expansion of football play as an athletic activity. Football is among the most widely watched sports in the world. The projects and marketing campaigns hasten market expansion. These programmes are increasing interest in and popularity of football, which is driving up spending on the game. There are more women's football competitions and more cash is being allocated to the sport. For instance, women's football is rapidly gaining popularity in the EU and the UK. The Football Association confirmed one of the key deals for the Women's Super League television rights in May 2022 with Sky Sports and the BBC. As a result, the game will probably gain in popularity among both men and women. Key companies actively pursue new product development and sustainable technology in order to introduce new goods with enhanced functionality and capacity. It is projected that greater product releases and R&D initiatives will boost market expansion.

The global market for indoor football is growing in popularity, opening up new chances for the key industry players. Favourable reviews of the futsal indoor football variation are mostly coming from Europe. Futsal, a five-a-side version of football, is a thrilling and engaging game. The popularity has also grown as a result of the 2021 FIFA World Cup. Additionally, developing nations like India are becoming more and more receptive to indoor football, or futsal. Futsal is still being developed beyond the projected time frame, according to the All India Football Federation (AIFF), which believes that this compressed version of the game has immense potential in India.

The growing popularity of football as a result of people's greater participation in professional football leagues and competitions is one of the main factors favouring the market. Additionally, as more people learn the benefits of being active and participating in sports like football, basketball, and cricket to lose weight, stay in shape, and increase stamina, the market is growing. In addition, the market is growing as more individuals play football since it helps build flexibility, endurance, and bone strength. The general public's growing health awareness concerning the avoidance of many chronic lifestyle disorders like obesity, arthritis, thyroiditis, and cardiovascular diseases that are brought on by sedentary lifestyle habits is also offering a good market perspective. The growing trend to incorporate physical fitness activities into self-care routines is causing the market to rise. The sector is expanding as a result of sports organisations spending more money on enhancing the existing stadiums, parks, and club grounds to draw spectators to enjoy different outdoor sports. Thus, driving the Football market revenue.

Football Market Segment Insights

Football Type Insights

The Football Market segmentation, based on Type, includes Training Football, Match Football, and Others. Training football segment dominated the global market in 2022. This is explained by the fact that training footballs are robust and appropriate for use on any surface, including grass fields and concrete. Due to the fact that match football is the most popular variety of football for leagues and matches, the match football segment is anticipated to experience the quickest growth over the projected period.

Football Size Insights

The Football Market segmentation, based on Size, includes Size 1, Size 2, Size 3, Size 4, and Size 5. Size 1 segment dominated the Football Market in 2022. A size 1 football has a 17-inch circumference. The size 1 football's contribution to skill development can be credited for the segment's expansion.

Football Distribution Channel Insights

The Football Market segmentation, based on Distribution Channel, includes online and offline. Offline segment dominated the global market in 2022. This is due to the fact that it gives buyers quick pleasure and enables actual product inspection before purchase. On the other hand, due to the rapid expansion of e-commerce platforms, the online segment is anticipated to experience the quickest growth during the projected period.

Figure 1: Football Market, by Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Football Regional Insights

By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. Europe Football market dominated this market in 2022 (45.80%). This is explained by the significant growth in consumer expenditure on football-related goods, such as football shoes, in European nations and the popularity of the sport of football there. Football, which is among the top 5 sports in popularity across Europe, is one of the most popular sports in nations like Germany, France, Poland, Bulgaria, Romania, and Italy. Excellent distribution networks are shared by Adidas, Puma, and Nike. Adidas and Puma are based in Germany. The regional market is expanding due to the game's popularity, the prominence of important participants, and increased consumer spending. Further, the German Football market held the largest market share, and the U.K Football market was the fastest growing market in the European region

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2: FOOTBALL MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

The North America Football Market accounted for the healthy market share in 2022. Demand for football among all age groups was significantly accelerated by the growing number of football players and clubs. Because of this, there is a significant chance for foreign firms that manufacture footballs to grow their operations in the area. Further, the U.S. Football market held the largest market share, and the Canada Football market was the fastest growing market in the North America region.

The Asia Pacific Football market is expected to register significant growth from 2023 to 2032. The beginning of national and international football competitions and the rise in popularity of sports in these areas are credited with this. Association participation and sponsorships are also contributing to the market's expansion. Moreover, China’s Football market held the largest market share, and the Indian Football market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Football Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the Football market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, Football Industry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the global Football Industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Football Industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Football market, including Adidas AG, Baden Sports Inc., Decathlon Sports India Pvt Ltd. (Decathlon S.A.), Formative Sport, Franklin Sports Inc., Nike Inc., Nivia Sports, Puma SE (Artemis S.A), Select Sport A/S, UMBRO (Iconix Brand Group), and Wilson Sporting Goods Company (Amer Sports), are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

Nike Inc. (NIKE) creates, sells, and provides men, women, and kids with sports footwear, clothing, equipment, and accessories. It sells and distributes a range of goods for children as well as sports and recreational pursuits like football, baseball, cricket, lacrosse, skateboarding, tennis, volleyball, wrestling, walking, and outdoor activities, as well as a range of clothing with officially authorised logos from collegiate and professional teams and leagues. The corporation sells these goods under a number of labels, including Converse, Jordan, and Nike. Nike markets these goods through its corporate retail stores, online shopping websites, independent distributors, licensees, and sales reps spread out around the globe. Additionally, it sells these goods on its online store, nike.com. It is present in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Americas, and Europe. In the US, Beaverton, Oregon, serves as the home of Nike. For the 2022–2023 season, Nike introduced a new High Visibility Premier League ball in October 2022. The new winter ball uses the same Aerowsculpt technology as the regular Premier League 2022–23 ball to boost visibility.

The athletic goods and equipment company Puma SE (Puma) creates, develops, and sells footwear, clothing, and accessories for men, women, and kids. The business sells goods under the PUMA, stichd, and Cobra Golf brands. Additionally, it grants licences to numerous independent businesses so they can manufacture and distribute accessories, watches, and eyeglasses. Through company-owned and authorised retail locations, authorised online marketplaces, and wholesale, the business sells products directly to customers. Additionally, Puma supports international national teams in a number of sports. It operates in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, Germany, is home to the Puma corporate headquarters. To commemorate the start of their collaboration, Lega Serie and the international sports brand PUMA presented a new match ball in June 2022.

Key Companies in the Football market include

• Adidas AG


• Baden Sports Inc.


• Decathlon Sports India Pvt Ltd. (Decathlon S.A.)


• Formative Sport


• Franklin Sports Inc.


• Nike Inc.


• Nivia Sports


• Puma SE (Artemis S.A)


• Select Sport A/S


• UMBRO (Iconix Brand Group)


• Wilson Sporting Goods Company (Amer Sports)

Football Industry Developments

April 2021: The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) and Decathlon jointly announced that Kipsta would start out as the official ball supplier for the two top divisions of French football.

Football Market Segmentation

Football Type Outlook

• Training Football


• Match Football


• Others

Football Size Outlook

• Size 1


• Size 2


• Size 3


• Size 4


• Size 5

Football Distribution Channel Outlook

• Online


• Offline

Football Regional Outlook

• North America
  
  
  
  • US
  
  
  • Canada
  
  
  
  


• Europe
  
  
  
  • Germany
  
  
  • France
  
  
  • UK
  
  
  • Italy
  
  
  • Spain
  
  
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• Asia-Pacific
  
  
  
  • China
  
  
  • Japan
  
  
  • India
  
  
  • Australia
  
  
  • South Korea
  
  
  • Australia
  
  
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• Rest of the World
  
  
  
  • Middle East
  
  
  • Africa
  
  
  • Latin America