Section 2: Equipment
The Ball (Law 2)
- Spherical, made of suitable material (leather or equivalent)
- Circumference: 68–70 cm (27–28 inches)
- Weight at the start of the match: 410–450 g (14–16 oz)
- Pressure: 0.6–1.1 atmospheres (8.5–15.6 psi) at sea level
- FIFA Quality Programme approval required for competition balls in FIFA matches
Players' Equipment (Law 4)
The basic compulsory equipment of a player consists of:
- Jersey/shirt: Must have sleeves. Each team wears distinguishing colors. Goalkeepers must wear colors distinct from all other players, the referee, and assistant referees.
- Shorts: If undershorts or tights are worn, they must be the same color as the main color of the shorts.
- Socks: Must cover the shin guards entirely. Tape or similar material applied externally must be the same color as the part of the sock it covers.
- Shin guards: Must be covered entirely by socks, made of suitable material providing reasonable protection, and worn directly on the shin.
- Footwear: Boots or shoes (studs or cleats appropriate for the playing surface).
Prohibited Equipment
A player must not use equipment or wear anything that is dangerous, including any jewelry (necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, leather bands, rubber bands). Taping over jewelry is not permitted. Players must be inspected by the referee before the match and must not re-enter without the referee's permission. Electronic communication devices are not permitted for players.
Goalkeeper Equipment
Goalkeepers may wear tracksuit bottoms and gloves. Goalkeepers must wear a jersey color distinct from all other players and the match officials. In professional matches, goalkeepers may wear headgear, provided it meets safety specifications.