Nivia football and basketball gear

Football

With footballs, the size matters more than the model name. Size 5 is the standard ball for adult matches and for players from about 12 or 13, size 4 generally suits players aged about 8 to 12, and size 3 is meant for younger children. Age bands differ between guides and leagues, so check your league's rules if your child plays in one. The Nivia footballs on Spotig are the Storm, Trainer, Black & White, Shining Star and Mercury. Most are listed in size 5, the Storm also comes in size 3, and the Trainer comes in sizes 3, 4 and 5, which makes it a simple pick for a family with players of different ages.

For boots, the Nivia Carbonite 8.0 and Encounter 12 football studs are listed in adult sizes from UK 3 to UK 11, and kids' versions of both cover smaller feet. Studs are sold in UK sizes, so check the size printed inside a pair that fits you well and leave a little room for thick football socks. Different soles suit different grounds, so choose one that matches where you usually play.

Protection and kit

The Nivia shin guards on Spotig are the Classic with Sleeve, Wisdom-2018 and Airstrike, across sizes from XXS to L. Football rules require shin guards to be covered by your socks, so choose a size that covers most of your shin and stays in place while you play. Football socks include the Encounter 3.0 Grip and the Classic 2.0. Goalkeepers can choose between the Carbonite Web and Raptor Torrido gloves, sized by glove number from 7 to 9. If you already own a pair that fits well, match the number printed on it.

Basketball

Under FIBA rules, size 7 is the ball for men's competitions and size 6 is the ball for women's. Size 5 is the smaller ball commonly used for younger players and mini-basketball, and youth leagues vary, so check which size yours uses. The Nivia Engraver basketball is listed in sizes 5, 6 and 7, while the Europa comes in sizes 1, 3, 5, 6 and 7. For the court, the Combat 2.0 basketball shoes are listed in UK sizes 6 to 10.

Before you buy

Each product page lists the sizes offered for that item, so check yours before adding it to your cart. Prices on Spotig Sports include GST, any delivery fee is shown in your cart before you pay, and you get tracked delivery across India.