There are hundreds of football associations around the world, some of which have hundreds of clubs while others have tens of thousands of soccer clubs. The sport is popular because all you need to play is a soccer ball. You can play it barefoot on a lush green lawn or at the beach wearing swimsuit or a pair of shorts. The latter is recommended. In competitive soccer, however, you will need a full uniform. This includes, a comfortable pair of shorts, a soccer jersey, pair of socks and soccer boots (spiked for maximum traction on the playing field. When shopping for soccer uniforms, the following factors should be considered:
i) Material Used
The most commonly used material for making soccer apparel is 100% polyester. However, there are also uniforms made of blended material and others made of special moisture-managing material. The last one is usually more expensive than uniforms made of polyester or blended material. When looking for soccer jerseys, you should consider your budgetary needs to choose the most suitable material for you.
ii) Size
Sports apparel are usually made for different types of players. There are uniforms for kids, female and male players. Depending on your age, gender and size, you should choose well-fitting uniforms. Be sure to measure your waistline, chest/bust size and height before going shopping. This will help to ensure you buy a uniform that fits well and looks great in addition to being extremely comfortable.
iii) Design
There are many manufacturers of soccer apparel, so you can expect to find a variety of designs. There are jerseys with v-neck, others with round necks and others with collars. Some manufacturers have all these designs in their range of products. Be sure to also decide whether to buy a long-sleeved or short-sleeved soccer jersey. Ideally, you should have both. You can use the long-sleeved jersey during winter and other cold months of the year, and switch to the short-sleeved jersey during summer and other hot months. Alternatively, you can buy a short-sleeved jersey and a long-sleeved under armour and use them appropriately.
iv) Price
Price is obviously an important consideration and nobody would like to pay more than they need to for any product. For this reason, you should identify the uniforms you would like to buy and get quotes from a number of dealers. When comparing prices, be careful not to overlook some important factors, such as the ones mentioned above. If you give priority to price alone, you may end up buying a low-quality, uncomfortable soccer uniform that will make you detest this lovely game.