The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on 11 June, and football toys and games are everywhere. If you're shopping for a football mad kid (or a grown up who dreamt of making it in the big leagues), here's our pick of the puzzles, jigsaws, brainteasers and craft kits worth wrapping up.
This isn't the kickabout gear guide. There are plenty of places to buy a size 4 ball or a pop up goal. At Happy Puzzle, we want to share ideas for everything fans can do when they're not on the pitch: 124-piece jigsaws of their favourite club's badge, football themed brainteasers, a 3D build of Wembley, a paper goalkeeper that actually moves. The kind of football games that survive a rainy weekend and a long car journey, and still get played with come September.
Why Football Gifts Are Worth Picking Up This Year
The World Cup is one of those rare moments when kids who've never kicked a ball get curious about football, and kids who already love it fall harder. Picking up a few football themed puzzles and games now turns that interest into something they keep doing once the final whistle blows. It also gives the whole family something to do between matches without anyone shouting at the telly.
The right football toys and games sneak in a bit of quiet learning too. Jigsaws build patience and pattern recognition. Brainteasers stretch problem solving skills. Memory games drill recall. The best part? To them, it's just more football fun!
Football Jigsaws and Puzzles
The biggest part of our football toys and games range, and a personal gift if you know which team they support.
Football Crazy Jigsaw Puzzles
Out Football Crazy puzzles are made up of 124 jigsaws, one for every football club in the UK. Whatever team your fan follows, from Premier League giants to nonleague heroes, we've got their badge in puzzle form. A brilliant gift for any supporter, and a properly thoughtful one if you remember which club they're loyal to.
Jigraphy Football 2025/26
A geography puzzle with a football twist, Jigraphy Football is a properly impressive jigsaw of the current 2025/26 season's clubs. It’s mapped to their grounds, so once you've built it you'll know your Burnley from your Bournemouth without checking. A strong gift for fans who like the bigger picture of the football pyramid, not just one team.
Chaos at the Football Tournament
This one is part of our Chaos Collection and shows off a busy jigsaw scene with plenty of football themed mayhem and hidden details to spot, bound to put a smile on the sorest loser’s face. The kind of puzzle that gets returned to long after the first build, because you keep finding things you missed! Try out Chaos at the Football Tournament - almost as exciting as being at a live match.
Build Your Own Wembley Stadium 3D Puzzle
A 3D paper build of the home of English football. Cut, fold and slot together to end up with a model stadium you can put on a shelf. Perfect for any kid who's dreamed of running out at Wembley, and a great project to tackle across a couple of rainy afternoons. Build your own Wembley and watch the magic come to life.
Football Brainteasers and Memory Games
Smaller, sharper challenges for solo play or quick rounds with the family.
Plug and Play Ball Football Puzzle
The Plug and Play Ball is a football themed brainteaser that looks easy and absolutely isn't. Compact enough to throw in a bag for the car, the train or a coffee break, and a satisfying gift for anyone who likes their challenges in the palm of their hand.
Brainbox Football Mini Memory Game
Pocket-sized but mighty in fun, Brainbox Football Mini Memory Game has an international football theme. Quick rounds, properly addictive, and a good way to test how many of those national team kits the kids beg for they actually recognise.
Football Craft Kits
For football lovers who like to use their hands as much as their feet.
Paper Animated Kits: Goalkeeper Hero and Football Hero
Two paper craft kits from Go Make Me. Cut out the pieces, follow the instructions and end up with a moving paper player you can actually animate, either an outfield star or a diving keeper. A quiet afternoon project that ends with something to show off, and a good gift for any kid who likes both football and a bit of craft.
Football Toys and Games for Younger Fans
Most of the puzzles above suit kids aged 7+ and grownups. For little ones, pick something a little simpler.
Football Final
Football Final is a bright, friendly puzzle built for ages 3 to 8. Simple to build, satisfying to finish, and a good first football puzzle for pre schoolers and early years kids. Pair it with one of the craft kits above for a complete gift.
Smart Ball
An unusual one in the selection, Smart Ball starts as ten bendable pieces that lock together into a usable ball, traditional or rugby shaped, or juggling balls, or whatever shape they fancy if they're feeling creative. Comes apart again to fit in a pocket, so it's a winner for holidays, long car journeys and small gardens. Combine multiple sets for bigger builds.
How To Choose The Right Football Toys, Games & Puzzles
These three quick filters will get you to the right gift in under a minute.
Match the age
Younger kids (3 to 6) need simple, satisfying puzzles with chunky pieces and a clear picture. Kids aged 7 to 11 can handle full jigsaws, brainteasers and memory games. Tweens and teens want something with a bit more bite, like a 3D build or a tricky logic puzzle. Every product page on our site lists a recommended age, so check before you buy.
Match the player
Some kids want to make things with their hands, so craft kits and 3D builds suit them best. Some want a challenge to crack solo, so brainteasers are their thing. Some want to play with the family, which is where memory games come in.
Match the budget
Most pocket money puzzles and brainteasers sit under a tenner. Mid range jigsaws and craft kits run around £10 to £20. Bigger 3D builds and full sets go up from there. Easy to mix and match for a gift bundle.
Football Activities to Try During the World Cup
Want to do more than just watch? Here are a few easy ideas to keep the whole family or friends involved across the tournament.
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Run a family predictor. Print or draw a bracket, get everyone to fill it in before the group stage, and hand out a small prize for the closest score at the end. Works for any age that can write team names.
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Host a watch along with themed snacks. Pick the country playing and lean in. Tacos for Mexico, poutine for Canada, hot dogs for the USA. Easy way to make a mid week group stage match feel like an occasion.
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Set up a puzzle station. A match runs around two hours with stoppage time. A jigsaw on the coffee table gives anyone who isn't fully watching something to do without leaving the room. The Football Crazy puzzles work brilliantly for this.
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Run a family football quiz between matches. Players, kits, stadiums, weird trivia. Brainbox Football is a ready made prompt deck if you don't fancy writing your own.
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Do a craft afternoon between group stage games. The paper goalkeeper or footballer kits keep small hands busy for a couple of hours and give the kids something to show off when extended family come over for the next match.
Ready for Kickoff?
Whatever angle your football fan comes at the game from, our collection has something to bring to the party. Pick a club specific jigsaw for the supporter who lives and breathes their team. Grab a pocket brainteaser for the family member who needs something to do at half time. Pack a craft kit for the child who wants to make things while they watch the game. Mix two or three for a gift bundle that will be genuinely appreciated.
Have a browse through our full football jigsaws, puzzles and games collection, pick out your favourites and get them ordered. Score with free UK delivery on every order, with most going out the same or next working day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best football toy or game for a six year old?
Football Final is built for the 3 to 8 age range and works brilliantly. If you want something with a bit more challenge, the Plug and Play Ball Football Puzzle is short, sharp and football themed.
Are football themed games actually fun for non football fans?
Most of them, yes. Jigsaws are still jigsaws. Brainteasers are still brainteasers. The football theme is just the picture or the flavour on top. For instance, the Chaos at the Football Tournament jigsaw and Brainbox Football both work for anyone who likes puzzles, supporter or not.
What are good indoor football games that won't break things?
Pretty much everything we stock. Our football toys and games are sedentary by design: puzzles, brainteasers, memory games and craft kits. The one exception is the Smart Ball, but since it's soft and bendy it won't break things either, so no broken vases and no neighbour complaints. Perfect for a long winter or a wet July.
Where can I buy official football club puzzles in the UK?
Right here. Our Football Crazy range covers all 124 football clubs in the UK, from Premier League giants to lower league heroes. One badge, one jigsaw, every team accounted for.
Can I order in time for the next match day?
Yes, if you order early enough in the week. Free UK delivery is standard, and most orders ship the same or next working day.