An image of Portugal forward Pedro Neto’s cleats at the World Cup has reignited a practice among some soccer players: modifying their cleats to relieve heel discomfort.

The seemingly simple soccer cleat has progressed from a chunky leather work boot worn in factories to a marvel of modern engineering made with advanced synthetic materials and composites. Some of ...

Soccer cleats are designed to keep players close to the ground. The shoe's make-up enhances balance and minimizes injury risks during play. In addition, the absence of a toe spike in soccer cleats ...

Shortly before the World Cup trophy is placed into the hands of one team’s triumphant captain at MetLife Stadium on July 19, a gleaming Golden Boot award will be presented to the tournament’s top ...

Discover how new soccer cleats with innovative studs aim to reduce injuries by dissipating forces in the knee and ankle joints.

We independently choose all products featured on our site. We may earn a commission when you purchase something through the links provided. If you're the parent of a budding soccer player, you'll know ...

The new Nike Phantom Luna is a women's-led soccer cleat design ahead of the Women's World Cup. With the Women's World Cup coming again in July, Nike wanted to ensure it grew the women's-led stable of ...

We independently choose all products featured on our site. When you purchase something through the links provided, we may earn a commission. A deep dive into the world of laceless soccer cleats Since ...

NBA legend Kobe Bryant's love of soccer is well-documented. With the Nike Kobe line expanding into football and baseball over the past year, it is only right that the Black Mamba's presence be felt in ...

English footballer Kieran Brown takes you on a creative journey as he modifies iconic everyday sneakers and transforms them into fully functional soccer cleats.

Santiago Halty spent years chasing a World Cup breakthrough. It arrived with Cape Verde's underdog Vozinha wearing his company's cleats.