Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 vs Superfly 11 Review
Nike has finally made Vapor and Superfly different again. After testing both across Saturday and Sunday football, this is how the fit, touch, soleplates and comfort compare.
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The Best Football Shirts 26/27
Retro references, cleaner sponsors, long sleeves and a few shirts that simply get it right. These are the best football shirts of 2026/27 on our site so far.
Why Do Footballers Cut Holes in Their Boots?
Footballers cut holes in their boots for one main reason: pressure. Pedro Neto’s World Cup pair made it visible, but the habit has been around for years.
Harry Kane and the Skechers Shift
Harry Kane wears Skechers SKX_2 Elite. A few years ago, that sounded strange. Now it is one of football boot culture's better plot twists.
adidas Chaos vs Control Pack: First Look
Road to Glory was the walkout. Chaos vs Control is the knockout switch. Jude Bellingham takes the control side in Predator, Lamine Yamal brings the chaos in F50, and Copa...
Retro England Football Shirts: The Score Draw S...
With England facing Mexico in the Round of 16, we looked at the Score Draw retro football shirts fans are clicking most on Pro:Direct Soccer. From 1982 and Italia 90...
The History of The Nike Hypervenom
Nike Hypervenom football boots did not last long, but they left a proper mark. From the NikeSkin Phantom I that replaced T90 to the Phantom III now back in the...
adidas Football Boots Guide: Which Three Stripe...
Buying adidas football boots can get confusing fast. Predator, F50, Copa and Sparkfusion all do different jobs, then Elite, Pro, League and Club change the price and feel again. This...
Pre-Season Football Recovery Guide
Heavy legs, stiff hips, sore feet and another session already waiting. Recover properly through pre-season with the kit and habits that help footballers stay available.
Nike Scorpion Pack: First Look
First goal wins. The Nike Scorpion Pack brings Secret Tournament energy back to the Mercurial, with Mbappé, Vini Jr and CR7 set to carry the sting.
Skechers SKX 2 HK SE: First Look
Harry Kane scores. Gary Lineker’s record falls. The bounty hunter of England numbers has another one for the cabinet.
Nike Phantom 6 x Cactus Jack: Highest in the Bo...
Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack world lands on the Nike Phantom 6, with a bright green upper, gold details and a 29th June release date.
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