Football Boots

Key Football Boots Features

• Standard Football Boots

  The most common style of football boots remains a lace-up design with relatively streamlined upper and control pads on the front. There will usually be a slender sole, with either moulded or screw-in studs attached. As a rule, boots with more studs are better for for softer, heavier ground. So if you need a pair of boots for winter football matches on soggy pitches, take that into account. Conversely, summer or warm weather boots feature fewer studs (and lighter upper materials).

• Laceless Football Boots

  The majority of boots available in stores are still lace-up varieties, but you'll also find laceless versions from brands like adidas, Puma, and Nike. The advantage of these boots is convenience. You can just slip them on when needed, and forget about re-tying laces during matches. Additionally, major brands promise enhanced control from many laceless football boots, owing to the expanded surface area, while also fit players' feet “like a glove.” That may be true, but laceless models aren't for everyone. Why not try on a pair at a sports shop before finding a pair of cheap football boots at hotukdeals?

• Football Boots for Astro

  4G surfaces are becoming the gold standard for recreational urban football and younger age groups, and the range of boots has expended as artificial pitches have multiplied. In the past, small studs were the norm for astro boots, and these high-grip, lightweight trainer-style boots can still be a comfortable option. They are also a great choice for indoor wooden pitches. However, many outdoor pitches require larger moulded studs or cleats – so check the rules at your local venue. Look for shorter moulded studs. Raised heels can help as well. If the underlying surface is harder, they can head off wear and tear on ankles.

• Girls and Boys Football Boots

  By and large, football boots for kids mimic the look and features of grown-up varieties (after all, youngsters want to emulate their idols, and sharing their boot designs is a great way to do so). But there may be specialist choices to consider. For instance, designs with heel raises are common, as they offer extra ankle support for young players. Uppers with extra flexibility are preferable – especially if kids are in the middle of growth spurts. There are few structural differences between girls football boots and those for boys, but there can be aesthetic variations. So let your children browse and find a design they like the look of.