The invention relates to a device for playing football (1), comprising a ball (16), a base (7) on which at least one ball holder is provided, an accelerating element (2, 2′), and a drive arrangement for the accelerating element (2, 2′). The drive arrangement carries the accelerating element (2, 2′) and is designed to drive the accelerating element from a starting position (SP) towards the ball holder, such that the accelerating element (2, 2′) impacts on the ball (16) under propulsion. The accelerating element (2, 2′) is fastened to the drive arrangement in a position-adjustable manner by means of a fastening arrangement, such that the impact position (AP) of the accelerating element (2, 2′) on the ball (16) located on the ball holder is adjustable.