Best Soccer Cleats in 2022

And the ball’s back in Adidas’ possession (but this is the last time we’ll mention it, as it could go on for a while), the Performance Copa Mundial Soccer Shoe is a legendary pair of soccer cleats that have more than likely been worn by every soccer-mad kid at least once for the last 50 years, and if they haven’t worn it themselves, they instantly recognize it. Even looking at it brings back memories of cold Saturday mornings where the field was more mud than grass, and the paint of the goal frames was chipped away beyond belief.

But down to the actual shoe. It comes in a classic black design using full-grain that harks back to simpler, less soccer celebrity times and is complemented with a durable outsole that’s perfect for natural grounds. Along with this, the lightweight die-cut EVA insole provides whole-game comfort, so you’re sure to be a ninety-minute man. If you’re serious about your soccer and feel like all these flashy designs don’t matter in the slightest, then the quality and reliability of the Copa Mundial Soccer Shoe is a no-brainer. Be sure to also check out our list of the best football helmets for more great items like this.

Anyone who grew up playing soccer in the late 90s (post-Alan Shearer and his love of Umbros) and into the early 2000s will remember that – at one point – every kid in the playground wanted Adidas Predators, even if they’d never kicked a ball in their life. This is the culture that the Predator Soccer Cleat inspires and is still doing so now, over a decade later. Designed to tear up (not literally) firm ground, it’s also soft and has an adaptable synthetic upper, which actually makes it effective in more than just one environment.

This is further encouraged with the flexible ground outsole, which works perfectly with the rest of the cleat to provide support, traction, and results on all types of ground, including aforementioned firm ground and long blade synthetic fiber – although normal people will just call it fake grass. The embossed material might just look like it’s supposed to look cool, which it does, but there’s more to it than that. With it, you’ll get superior ball handling and control in even the tightest areas. Make no mistake about it, the Predator Soccer Cleats put you high on the food chain. Love sports footwear? Check out our review of the best Reebok shoes for our top picks.

The Gear Hungry pick for the best value soccer cleats is the Adidas Performance Goletto VI, a soccer shoes that’s ideal for firm-ground environments, making it ideal for synthetic turf as well as summer games on real grass, just like God intended us to play on. Its lightweight leather offers durability, while the snug fit gives you increased control over the ball and your movement.

This snug fit also provides you with the comfort required to last from the first to final whistle without succumbing to the ravages of blisters which can massively impact your game and could be the difference between being a last-minute hero and last-minute zero. The cleats themselves are molded into the sole, with adds greater traction on the hard ground, meaning you can channel your inner Messi with ease as you skip past the opposition and (hopefully) chip a cheeky goal gently into the back of the net. Sometimes, soccer cleats border on the extortionate, but the Adidas Performance provides you excellent quality at an unbeatable price. All Adidas shoes are known for that.

The battle keeps raging on between NIKE and Adidas but right now we’re focusing on the NIKE Hypervenom Phelon 3 is a dynamic fit pair that is sure to make you feel like a Champions League star even if it’s just a Sunday League game. The NikeSkin Technology provides the thinnest possible material for a superior touch and control so you’ll never slice or sky it again (in theory). Furthermore, the stitched-in sock – which is where the dynamic fit gets its name – both protects the ankle from twisting and provides extra support in passing and shooting.

Along with this, there’s a unique asymmetrical lacing system which allows for better, cleaning striking of the ball, something that could mean the difference between heartbreak and glory. You get a larger strike zone and don’t need to worry about wonky shots catching off the tip of a lace. The cleats themselves are designed to be most effective on the firm ground with short grass, but can also be used on slightly-wet fields for when you need that extra hint of traction as you chase down each and every ball. You will want to have these always handy in your soccer backpack.

Moving on from the classic and into the future, this Adidas Nemeziz 17.3 FG Soccer Shoe is a quality piece of construction, despite perhaps making some soccer shoe purists turn away and wonder where we went wrong. But we’ll ignore that for now and focus on what makes this boot so darn great. First, there’s the responsive touch that allows optimum control over the ball like never before, while you’ll also get explosive acceleration and direction change.

Unlike some kinds of soccer cleat, this is designed with every position in mind, even if the flash lends itself more to whipping wingers. Everybody from goalkeeper to striker can make the most of the design and transform their game as they may never have expected. Furthermore, the dual lock collar ensures stability and support, while the rubber sole provides comfort throughout the game, and means you’ll be as fast and effective in the dying minutes as you were the early stages. If anything demonstrates the evolution of the soccer cleat, the clever, unruly and maybe a little arrogant Nemeziz 17.3 does it like no other. Our handy guide to the best Asics shoes features more great products like this.

A cool looking pair of soccer cleats the Adidas Freak X Carbon Mid Football Shoe provides comfort and a lightweight feel that ensures everyone from defenders to strikers can enjoy the benefits of lacing up this pair of boots. What makes them stand out is their high-top design, which is sure to provide support in a game that is becoming more and more fast-paced at every level.

They certainly offer a little something for everybody. For flashing wingers, you have the style, the strikers, they provide a strong and durable material to ensure every shot is crisp and clean. If you’re a midfielder, then you can rely on the comfort and make every pass count, while defenders will love the synthetic sole that helps provide traction when coming up against the fastest players in the game. And, if you’re not a player yourself, but instead a parent and supporter, you’ll be happy to know that they’re easy to clean, too because your little soccer superstar needs to look the part week in and week out. Don’t forget to also check our guide to the best Etnies shoes.

Our second Adidas Nemeziz pick is named after the GOAT himself (sorry, Ronaldo fanboys). This Nemeziz Messi 18.3 Firm Ground Soccer Shoe is available in a number of colors, which your opponents will only see a flash of as you whizz and weave past them and leave them completely reevaluating their lives. In addition to looking the part, you’ll need to actually act it, too though. Luckily you’ll also have excellent ankle support and stability with the secure lockdown feature, designed to protect the speediest players from the not-so-speedy – which inevitably ends up in a clattering of knees, ankles, and the odd yelp of pain.

After wearing these soccer cleats for just a few minutes (or at least, after they’ve been worn-in) you’ll recognize just why they’ve been named after Lionel Messi. The material provides both responsive touch and optimum ball control, making it feel like the ball is attached to your toe, while the lightweight design makes quick bursts and longer sprints feel like you’re running on air. You might not be at the level of the Argentinian Magician just yet, you might never make it there at all, but with these, you’ll get as close as you can. make sure you also check our tennis shoes review for more great products like this.