What are football boots (photo)

Football as a sport has gained universal recognition in the world. It has a whole army of fans, players and fans. Today we will talk specifically about the players, or rather, about the shoes in which they spend many hours of meetings and training. Special shoes for playing football are called boots.

What are boots?

These are studded boots that provide better traction between the sole and the surface on which the game is played. Depending on the type of surface, a football player chooses a model of boots for training or playing. They differ primarily in the number, configuration and location of the studs on the sole.. There are different boot models for each surface.

For the gym, flat-soled boots are recommended; for playing on the football field, you will need spikes. The most common models are futsals, centipedes and spikes with 12–13 protrusions.

Materials and details: what should quality boots be like?

Sports shoes for games and training are made from synthetic, calfskin or kangaroo leather, flynite, polyurethane.

Important! The highest quality and most expensive material is kangaroo leather. But natural materials are gradually fading into the background, giving way to high-quality synthetic analogues.

Flynit is a polyester material reminiscent of knitted fabric. The product was developed by Nike for the upper part of the boots. A special feature of weaving is its unequal density in areas with different loads. Flynit is light, practical, comfortable, without chafing, with good air exchange and reliable fixation.

Polyurethane is a wear-resistant, practical, lightweight, frost-resistant and relatively cheap polymer material. Shoes made from it do not get wet, but also do not breathe.

What types of football boots are there?

• Futsal boots and bumps - boots with flat soles without spikes, providing good grip on the smooth floor of the gym;
• Centipede (multi-spike) (TURF) - football boots with many small, low spikes with blunt ends for synthetic surfaces. They have proven themselves to be excellent on frozen dirt fields, on snow, on rubber and gravel surfaces;
• SG (Soft Ground) – boots with 6–8 studs for professional athletes playing on soft ground in bad weather or later, when the lawn is still very wet and soaked;
• FG (Firm Ground) - with 12–13 studs, the most common model, having 4 heel studs and 9 in the front. For fields with synthetic and natural surfaces in dry weather;
• AG (Artificial Grass) - with 20–24 spikes for artificial or soft fields. This number of protrusions contributes to the even distribution of body weight, the football player remains alert longer, even if the game drags on;
• MG (Multi Ground) - the same 24 protrusions that promote even weight distribution. For any field, including hard fields.Very often purchased for children's or teenage football activities.

What shoes are suitable for the dirt field?

Conventionally, two types of boots can be distinguished:

• having spikes - for grass or artificial lawns;
• with a flat sole made of polyurethane or rubber for gyms or smooth hard surfaces.

Studded shoes also have differences in the number and size of protrusions, because models are created for completely different surfaces. For an earthen field in dry weather, you can choose models TURF, MG, FG, and in rain - SG.

Turf boots

Artificial fields are best conquered by athletes in models marked as FG. They are designed to play at high speed. Good grip is ensured by molded studs and cone-shaped and blade-shaped lugs.

What to wear to the gym?

For such coverage are produced bumps and futsals. These are separate lines of sports shoes that provide stability at high speeds, toe impacts, and other maneuvers. Futsal (Indoor) models serve as protection when the foot comes into contact with the futsal ball.

How to choose the right football boots?

To purchase the right model, you need to consider many factors:

• the type of surface for which the pair is selected;
• preferred material;
• foot length (size);
• its completeness;
• How comfortable is it in the pair you are trying on?

To kid

A child's foot is in continuous growth. Its length changes especially quickly in early school age - the most active age for playing football. That's why It is recommended to purchase children's boots 1 more than required. Do not attach much importance to the material - the child’s foot will grow out of the shoe very quickly, and it is expensive to buy expensive models for a short period of time.

The most convenient way for a young football player to practice will be in centipedes. They will ensure good contact between the boots and the playing surface and relieve excessive stress on the limbs during the playing and training process.

Important! Very meticulously inspect your child's shoes, check compliance with the parameters and availability of stock, examine the last and appearance. Pay attention to the brand after meeting all the selection conditions. After all, the main parental task is the health and safety of children.

For an adult

Choose sports shoes taking into account all of the above, try on different boots. A wide choice will allow you to purchase boots that will be comfortable in training and in games:

• Shoes made of polyurethane are elastic and wear out quickly. Choose a pair that fits snugly but has a slight gap between your toes and toes.;
• Flynite boots are also quite elastic, but will not stretch during wear. The size will remain the same as during fitting, except that the pair will take on the anatomical contours of the foot;
• shoes made of synthetic and polymer materials are usually taken with a margin of half a size or size. During game stress, football players’ legs tend to swell, and inelastic synthetics, purchased exactly to size, will simply compress the tissues and impair blood circulation. The result is rapid leg fatigue, which can lead to health problems in the long term;
• It is recommended to purchase boots made of kangaroo leather - expensive, thin and soft - a little too tight. After a couple of games, the leather will fit right on your leg and will feel indistinguishable from a sock;
• Calf leather sports shoes are purchased by size, without stock. After a while it will stretch a little, but as thick and dense as it was, it will remain so later.

Top Best Football Boot Brands

1. Nike has a wide range of boots, among which any athlete will choose the right model for himself, taking into account the individual anatomical features of the foot. Nike sports shoes are distinguished by their striking design and high quality manufacturing, which makes them the undisputed market leader.. The most popular models chosen by top division stars are Hypervenon, Mercurial, Magista, Tiempo.
2. Adidas. 2016 was the starting point for a complete change in direction of development. The production of the previous ones was stopped and the production of updated lines was launched. New Adidas Ace and Adidas X boots have appeared. Each line is represented by models for amateurs and professionals.
3. Mizuno. Shoes have been in high demand among athletes in recent years. They are distinguished by reliability, quality and durability. The boots are made from kangaroo leather and calfskin.
4. Puma. Boots have become in demand among athletes not so long ago. The company's reboot in the production of boots allowed it to become on par with the flagships. Models of this brand are chosen by players of leading European football clubs.