11 PRE-GAME PLAYLISTS TO GET YOU hyped
Whether you’re on your way to training, heading out on a run, or preparing for a match, the tracks you choose to listen to can fill you with the hype and motivation you need to get in the zone and take on your opponent.
Not only does the right playlist get you feeling psyched, music has also been proven to improve focus, improve moods and increase reaction speed.
So, it’s no surprise that most of the best athlete’s out there listen to pre-competition playlists to boost their confidence and performance.
We asked some friends of the brand to share 5 tracks that get them pumped before stepping onto the pitch.
We’ve split them up into playlists, making it easy for you to follow your favourites or even add tracks to your own.
Take a listen below for some high-energy motivation ahead of your next match and check out our Forum Pouch for the perfect place to store your phone and headphones whilst you play.
STREET PANNA
Kicking us off with the first pre-game playlist is Jack Downer AKA Street Panna.
The Superball World Panna Champion has chosen tracks that will get you ready for war and ready to win. Give this playlist a listen for some serious motivation and champion mindset.
AMANUEL KAHSAI
Creative Director of The Kitlab, Amanuel Kahsai took some time out from creating their awesome football content to bring us the next pre-game playlist.
His choice of iconic Hip Hop tracks are the perfect mix to get you feeling psyched and ready to step it up against the opposition.
AK also tried out the F/S Utility Sling and Cross Body Bag - watch the full review here.
LIRIAN SANTOS
Our next playlist is selected by football freestyler and sports model Lirian Santos. Her mix of reggaeton, rap and Bossa beats will set the tone ahead of your next kick-off.
SETTPACE
Digital Sportswear Designer, SETTPACE combines football with fashion to create unmatched concept kits, collaborating with brands such as Gucci and Adidas.
This playlist will get you in the perfect headspace feeling ready and prepared for battle.
MCEW
The football Youtuber and founder of MCEW.co - Strive shares his top 5 tracks that send him deep into the zone before a game.
McEw also had the chance to try out our Cross Body Bag and Subs Pouch. Check out how he styles some of Formation Studio's bestsellers.
Local FC
Football storyteller, Chad is the founder of the awesome Australian based publication, Local FC. The ex-pro has pulled out an explosive selection of new and old tracks and has featured some Australian artists supporting the brand's focus of ‘making the global game local’.
So no matter where you are in the world, this playlist will get you pumped and feeling inspired before your game.
ROSIE KMITA
Next up is Rosie Kmita. Beginning her career at Tottenham Hotspur, she now plays for Watford in the FA Women’s National League and is an inspiration to young footballers.
She shares her playlist full of R&B bangers that are sure to get you feeling ready to head into games.
NED OZKASIM
Working with some of the biggest names in sport during his time at Pro:Direct Soccer, Ned Ozkasim’s playlist is up next.
His top 5 tracks will help you get in the zone and ready to take on anything.
JACOB DAVEY
The second playlist comes from Jacob Davey, Features Editor & Writer at @versus and Style & Culture Editor at @complex_uk.
An electric mix of rap, UKG and drum & bass, unified by a high tempo beat sure to get you fired up for a competitive night of football.
FARAI TSINGANO
Defender at Hashtag United and former Saint Xavier player, Farai T is next in line with his fierce playlist.
With tracks from artists such as Kanye and Meek Mill, this playlist will give you a boost of power to help elevate that competitive energy and motivation.
VNDLZR
The talented designer Matti Vendersee has taken some time out from his creation, and has created our final pre-game playlist.
Matt’s top 5 will get your energy flowing with these upbeat tracks. So whether you’re gearing up for a game or setting out on a run, this playlist will get you feeling active and ready.
SHARE YOUR FAVOURITES
We hope these playlists get you feeling pumped and ready for your game. We’ve also created a Pre-match Collaborative Playlist, meaning you can add your own top tracks and share them with other members of the 5 a side community.
Let us know which tracks and playlists are your favourites in the comments below and share them on your socials too.
