As a passionate football fan, you understand the thrill of the game—the roar of the crowd, the strategy of a well-planned play, and the glory of a touchdown. But can you merge your love for football with your affection for man’s best friend? Absolutely! Naming your dog after football legends, teams, or terms is a perfect way to show off your sports enthusiasm. If you’re looking for inspiration, we have scrimmaged through tactics and touchdowns to assemble 115 top football-inspired dog names just for you.

1. Messi

2. Pele

3. Neymar

4. Zidane

5. Ronaldo

6. Rooney

7. Beckham

8. Iniesta

9. Maradona

10. Hazard

11. Bale

12. Modric

13. Ramos

14. Pique

15. Mbappe

16. Griezmann

17. Suarez

18. Cavani

19. Aguero

20. Higuain

21. Sterling

22. Kane

23. Pulisic

24. Dempsey

25. Donovan

26. Altidore

27. Bradley

28. Howard

29. Lalas

30. Harkes

31. Blitz

32. Tackle

33. Striker

34. Winger

35. Keeper

36. Dribble

37. Assist

38. Header

39. Midfield

40. Sweeper

41. Derby

42. Capo

43. Cleats

44. Nutmeg

45. Ghoster

46. Pivot

47. Dynamo

48. Freestyler

49. Catenaccio

50. Panenka

51. Goalie

52. Crossbar

53. Forward

54. Backline

55. Fullback

56. Chip

57. Referee

58. Olimpico

59. Stadium

60. Mascot

61. Vuvuzela

62. Champion

63. Offside

64. Captain

65. Tifo

66. Matchday

67. Pitch

68. Brace

69. Hooligan

70. Joga Bonito

71. Kitbag

72. Ultras

73. Futsal

74. Tycoon

75. Netbuster

76. Skipper

77. Tifosi

78. Chant

79. Supporter

80. Linesman

81. Banner

82. Corner

83. Whistle

84. Playmaker

85. Anchor

86. Scout

87. Blocker

88. Sniper

89. Rookie

90. Manager

91. Sparky

92. Warrior

93. Major

94. Admiral

95. Titan

96. Comet

97. Legacy

98. Victory

99. Glory

100. Honor

101. Arrow

102. Tank

103. Ace

104. Bullet

105. Endzone

106. Halftime

107. Tailback

108. Quarterback

109. Linebacker

110. Punt

111. Cyclone

112. Thunder

113. Lightning

114. Storm

115. Tempest

Each name carries the essence of football lore and the exuberance of the sport—whether it’s derived from an iconic player, a position on the field, an exciting play, or just the culture that surrounds every match day!

So pick a name that resonates with your dog’s personality and your favorite aspect of the game—your furry friend will surely feel like an MVP every time you call them by their new football-inspired moniker.