11 Best Football Board Games And Card Games For Kids And Teens

Rachel Garner
Dec 22, 2023 By Rachel Garner
Originally Published on Jul 05, 2021
Best Football Board Games And Card Games For Kids And Teens.
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If you've got any football-mad kids in the house, then a card or board game themed around their favourite sport is a great way to pass the time and provide hours of fun for not just them, but the whole family.

A fantastic way to get them away from TV screens, computers, and gaming consoles, these board/card games are great for getting kids and teens to use their brains, be strategic, and stimulate their minds - not to mention enjoy some good-hearted competitiveness.

They're also pretty inexpensive, can be played over and over again, passed down for years to come, and make for plenty of laughter!

We've rounded up a variety of 11 classic, new, and popular football games to play for a range of ages - from football tactics board games and strategy board games to fun football card games and much more.

All of the games on this list come highly-recommended, positively reviewed, and are well-loved - so you can be reassured that they won't just be left to gather dust in the corner.

Grab your fellow players and let's get the matches started!

If you enjoy these suggestions, why not take a look at our 10 top football gifts for boys and girls or our 12 top kids' football boots for some more football-related fun?

Kidadl's Top Pick

We think that all of the football card and board games on this list will be much loved by kids and teens, but if you're short on time - our top recommendation would be the World Football Stars Monopoly board game. It's Monopoly with a fantastic football twist - what more could you ask for?

1. World Football Stars Monopoly Board Game‍

World Football Stars Monopoly Board Game.

Much like the classic Monopoly board game but with an exciting twist, this World Football Stars edition is a delight to play.

The vibrant board has its own unique football-themed design that looks great, along with specific metal game pieces such as a trophy, a football, a whistle, and so on to play with.

As with the classic edition, players travel around the football game board trying to make as much money as they can - but this time you'll be trying to buy stadiums, bid on your ideal players from teams all over the world, and use various methods of transport to travel.

Become a successful football manager and champion by getting all of the crucial deals, winning all of the bidding wars, and more.

Exciting and fast-paced, the whole family is sure to love this game - whether they're a football fan or not!

Main Features

  • Price: £34.99
  • Age: 8+
  • 2-6 players

Best For Competitive Personalities

2. Gibsons Wembley Family Board Game‍

Gibsons Wembley Family Board Game.

The Wembley board game is a much-loved classic, and this re-launched version still retains a lot of the original retro design elements.

The aim of the game is to get your team through each round to play in the finals as you roll the dice, and it's based on the 1980 FA cup season which doesn't detract from the fun but actually makes it more interesting.

Featuring 32 teams across the original four divisions, the game takes around 90 minutes from start to finish, just like a real-life football match, and rules are included to take you through everything you need to know. The game requires knowledge, concentration skills, and tact to become the winner.

Take part in the exciting and fast-paced game and see how much you love it!

Main Features

  • Price: £18.98
  • Age: 8 years +
  • 2-12 players

Best For Knowledgable Fans

3. Football Guess Who World Stars Board Game‍

Football Guess Who World Stars Board Game.

If you're looking for two-player football games, then this football-themed version of the classic Guess Who game is a great choice.

Containing photos of 48 popular football stars that are sure to be recognised by football fans, players must take turns asking yes or no questions to each other in order to close as many doors as possible and narrow it down to guess their opponent's player first.

Easy to set up and easy to play, the whole family can take turns with it - and are sure to enjoy the special Championship game rule where you're even able to pick two players to guess each.

Try your hardest not to give yourself away, and see who can guess the most football stars!

Main Features

  • Price: £15.98
  • Age: 6 years +
  • 2 players

Best For Future Football Managers And Owners

4. Football Billionaire Board Game‍

Football Billionaire Board Game\u200d.

Become a football manager with this exciting football board game that will provide hours of enjoyment.

The latest 2020/21 edition of the Billionaire game is perfect for fans who will be able to compete to become the richest and most successful football club owner of them all - taking their club all the way to the top of the league.

Move around the board buying clubs and stadiums as you go, collecting and swapping the top players, closing and negotiating deals, winning trophies, and much more.

Competitive and exhilarating, the game is both quick and easy to set up and get the hang of and is even compatible with most other well-known trading cards.

Main Features

  • Price: £29.99
  • Age: 6 years +
  • 2-6 players

Best For A Brain Challenge

5. BrainBox Football Large Quiz Game - Argos‍

BrainBox Football Large Quiz Game - Argos\u200d.

The ultimate brain challenge for big football fans, this BrainBox quiz game comes with a football pitch board and simple instructions on how to play. The game revolves around answering football-related questions on 72 of the top teams correctly so that you can add players to the pitch and score goals against the opposing teams.

It's quick to get to grips with and fun for the whole family to play, testing both your memory and your skills - and is a great way to improve your football knowledge at the same time.

An added bonus? All of the materials used are ethically sourced and made from recycled products, that can be recycled again.

Main Features

  • Price: £20
  • Age: 7 years +
  • 2 players or teams

Best For A Quick Match

6. TAC-TICS Football Card Game‍

TAC-TICS Football Card Game.

This game all comes packaged in a small card-sized box that you can take with you wherever and play on the go, or simply grab at home and enjoy in an instant. The rules can be learnt in just minutes, and the whole family can play the short game (5-20 minutes) together.

You are a football manager in the game and are creating your own tournament, with the aim being to complete your team and score goals before your opponent does.

Swap, reveal, and exchange cards throughout the game for plenty of fun and laughter. Included are 40 cards and a set of rules - and if nobody is around, it can even be played alone!

Main Features

  • Price: £7
  • Age: 6 years +
  • 1 or more players

Best For Families On A Budget

7. Top Trumps - World Football Stars - The Entertainer‍

Top Trumps - World Football Stars - The Entertainer.

Packaged up in a gold travel case that gives it an extra special feel, this World Football Stars Top Trumps game is great for fans of the classic game and even better for those who love football.

Each card has foil detailing that adds a touch of luxury, and with 30 of the top global footballers to play with - it's both exciting and great to share with family and friends. Categories include goals, caps, and trophies, along with a short information trivia box on each player.

The game will keep you entertained for ages, can be played over and over again, and is great for learning more about players!

Main Features

  • Price: £5
  • Age: 3 years +
  • 2-6 players

Best For The Whole Family

8. Trivial Pursuit Game World Football Stars Edition - Zavvi‍

Trivial Pursuit Game World Football Stars Edition - Zavvi.

With over 600 questions to answer, this World Football Stars Trivial Pursuit game has hours worth of fun and can be enjoyed multiple times. The bitesize version is great for the whole family and is small enough that it can be taken with you for a game on the road.

The wedge-shaped case comes with the cards, coloured dice, and plenty of interesting and tricky questions that are sure to test your football knowledge.

You may just find yourself learning things you never knew, or being able to show off your expanse of trivia to all of your family.

The game features questions on popular footballers of the past and present and is a really exciting activity to experience. Can you become the champion?

Main Features

  • Price: £9.99
  • Age: 8 years +
  • 2 players +

Best For Strategists

9. Counter Attack: The Football Strategy Game‍

Counter Attack: The Football Strategy Game.

At 90 minutes long just like a real football match, this Counter Attack football board game is so exciting for teens to play - though younger children may find it a little tricky to get to grips with.

The rules are relatively simple to learn, and there are even more advanced ones that you can choose to come into play.

Set up the board on your table and get started with the strategic game, where both you and your opponent can select your squad, kick-off, play different moves on the pitch, and more. The game also includes fouls, penalties, injures, and so on - just like a real match but on the board.

Great for passionate football fans, strategy really is everything when it comes to winning, but be careful when it comes to the roll of the dice...

Main Features

  • Price: £35
  • Age: 14 years +
  • 2 players

Best For Quick Hands

10. Drumond Park Flip Football Card Game‍

Drumond Park Flip Football Card Game.

This exciting game is great for both kids and teens, where cards are flipped back and forth to play.

After having picked whether you're going to be playing at home or away in either red or in blue, the game unfolds via the actions determined by the cards that are picked, such as whether you will attack, defend, score a goal, get a penalty, and so on.

90 cards come included which means the game will turn out differently each time it is played and is sure to come with plenty of tension and exhilaration throughout. Once the rules are understood, it makes for a great game with all the action of a live football match.

Will you be the winner?

Main Features

  • Price: £4.99
  • Age: 8 years +
  • 2 players

Best For Fast-Paced Players

11. Ideal Total Action Football Game‍

Ideal Total Action Football Game.

While this may not be 100% considered a football board game and rather a table-top football match, it still comes with a large board and several game pieces - and is very enjoyable.

The aim of the game is to play like a real-life football match, with the realistic-looking football pitch, 5-a-side teams of players, and magnetic action that allows you to pass, shoot, and stop the ball.

The exciting and fast-paced game is packed full of action and great for kids and teens alike who may enjoy the power-strike and glide-ball capabilities, and even the diving goalie. Ideal for those who are avid fans and know all the rules of a match - this game is sure to be well-loved and appreciated for years to come.

You can even create your own tournament with your family and friends!

Main Features

  • Price: £18
  • Age: 6 years +
  • 2-4 players

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Written by Rachel Garner

Bachelor of Arts specializing in Journalism

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Rachel GarnerBachelor of Arts specializing in Journalism

Growing up in Switzerland, Rachel developed a love for exploring new places and trying new foods. She has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. She currently resides in Northwest London and enjoys discovering trendy spots around the city. Rachel is also passionate about planning fun activities for her family, particularly her little cousins. When she has some downtime, she can be found indulging in hobbies such as attending concerts, baking, or visiting her family in Essex. Her love for travel takes her beyond the UK, where she meticulously plans and researches each adventure before setting off to explore new places across Europe and beyond.

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