How to take care of your expensive football - Tips & Tricks

So you finally decided to buy a match ball. In the name of protecting your investment, in this video I share some tips and tricks, along with what you should never do, for proper football care! They're expensive, so you want them to last. Here's how.

[TheNovice]

Pro tip: don’t take match balls to matches. They’ll get stolen and now you’re out $100 plus

[riscuit_biscuit]

This video came out perfect timing😟, i barely got my champions league ball today, and i was worried the things id do would mess it up but now im not worried about that thanks to this video 💯

[ayske]

The electric pump that gets to 12psi is one of the best buys I've had. Also Umbro training balls at 15$ are amazing.

[SoccerInnovations]

Finally someone is educating people to not remove the air from a hybrid and thermo level of soccer ball! Well done.

[DaniellMilton]

Everyone needs to learn at least once just how it feels to break the needle off inside the ball & ruin it. It builds character.

[ghostinthesnow]

personally, I find match balls perform better when they are inflated to the recommended pressure.

[blackcountryregista]

I always correctly inflate my match balls with a pressure gauge, but am always shocked at how many people in casual games complain its "rock hard" and want to play with a squidgy ball 🤷‍♂️

[shenko_]

As someone who collects Official Match Balls, the thumbnail hurt my

[MYFootballCollection]

The ball(s) innuendo index:

0:44 - Balls flying through the air
0:57 - This puts way more stress on the ball than there should be
2:00 - And the end result is these nasty creases on the ball
3:14 - Whether that means placing it on your tongue and getting it a little bit wet
3:17 - I've also heard of people carrying around a bit of Vaseline
3:26 - As your sliding that needle into the valve there's no real friction
5:02 - A lot more stress on the ball
7:01 - Balls in general have a very resilient surface
8:58 - It's really not an issue as long as there's no pressure on the ball
9:28 - And the ball should be fine when you decide to use it again

[KrisMarcusJuegan]

Thank you for this video! Just last night I got the Euro 2024 ball and played it for first time today. This will help keep my ball in good shape for a good couple of years probably!

[betoortiz]

I really cant agree on the air pressure. Whenever i would go off feel, they wouldnt last over a year with average use. As soon as i got an air pressure meter for balls and putting the correct pressure, usually 13-14 psi which is what the pros do, i havent had a problem since. My oldest match ball is now atleast 5 years old and still in perfect condition. I would strongly encourage people to buy one, one simple investment could make them last longer.

[JonaFast]

I got new ball for Christmas and now I know how to take care of it properly thank you 🙏

[SpiderByte]

hey Josh, do you have any tips for travelling by air with a match ball? I’ve previously heard that it’s best to deflate the ball but after watching the video, I’m not sure partial/completely deflating it is a good idea

[gabrielcalvo]

Great video! and remember guys, always look for offers, you don't have to pay full proce for a match ball!

[celsopereiramagalhaesjr]

Buying a pump with a nanometer ( there is one from kipsta) makes inflating it easier. Technology is there to help you. Well, it is expensive because of the nanometer, but technology cost money, I have one, and it is really good.

[luismiguellopez]

I have two select super match balls. And they are a dream to play with. I also have the forte fybrid 2NCAA match balls. Which are also nice. But the stitched ball feels a bit "smoother "

[idkyimhere.]

Good timing, just got my first match ball yesterday

[darkryno]

Oh thank god I saw this. I got my al rihla ball today and I want to take care of it.

[dondonoplimo]

Pretty straightforward tips. Matchballs are probably the most low-maintenance equipment a player/team possess. Just don't sit on them!

[opiumm]

If you are not playing with the ball always hide it either in a back pack, under your jacket or whatever