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Bryan Byrne

The mastermind behind the revolution that is SoccerCleats101. Bryan started this website back in 2008 and has been testing boots on a daily basis ever since. Check out our About Page for more details on Bryan and the website.

adidas Predator 18+ vs 18.1 – What Is The Difference?

Laced vs Laceless adidas Predator

With the adidas Predator series officially back as a mainstream market release, there is currently a lot of people looking to jump back into the famous silo. It was one of the most highly anticipated new arrivals in recent time; the reintroduction of a true icon. There is a significant difference …

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Puma FUTURE 18.1 NETFIT Released With “Low” Cut Collar

FUTURE 18 Low Cut FG

In conjunction with the release of their tech advanced FUTURE NETFIT series, Puma added a second “top-tier” style release to give players a different type of performance option. The FUTURE 18.1 NETFIT Low offers the same high tech upper with a regular cut ankle line, basically offering a more standardized …

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Nike Introduce “What The Mercurial?” Superfly 2018

What The Mercurial 2018 Original

Today, Nike introduced their second signature “What the Mercurial?” boot, 20 years after the line debuted. This version follows on from the initial 2016 release, but in a very different way. Rather than focusing on vibrant colors and extreme visual effect, this version offers distinctive nods to past boots and …

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Up Close – Messi Nemeziz Goes Cold Blooded

Over the past few months, adidas has been extra generous and loaded us up with some absolutely stunning signature Messi releases. In fairness, when you are the GOAT, it only makes sense to keep a fresh look and updated appearance. As part of the recently released Cold Blooded Pack, adidas …

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OFF-WHITE x Nike Mercurial Vapor XII 360 Sneak Peek

off-white-nike-mercurial-vapor-XII-360 feature

Nike is continuing to mix fashion and soccer with the introduction of a fresh collaboration with Virgil Abloh. Initial images started to surface today, giving us a look at the OFF-WHITE x Nike Mercurial Vapor XII 360. Fresh off the Kim Jones x Superfly release from last week, this gives …

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Concave Volt+ With TechStitch – Feature Review

Welcome in the Concave Volt+ TECHSTITCH, the first Concave boot to feature a knit style material through the upper. In order to create something different that falls in line with Concave’s marketing strategy, the knit actually interlocks throughout the upper’s inner lining to maintain structure and minimize weight. So, rest assured …

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adidas Copa 18.1 Is “A Masterclass In Class”

Class By Copa

If there was ever a way to take the Copa series to a more approachable level, this is it! In order to highlight “a masterclass in class”, adidas allowed the F2 Freestylers to direct a feature on the new latest Coldblooded COPA18 release. It is a thing of beauty with …

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Weekender Sale – Who Needs New Boots?

20% off weekender sale

If you are looking for new boots this weekend, soccer.com has a 48hr sale going on that gets you an additional $20 off any footwear order over $99. This is a perfect sale for players looking to pick up something new in the mid-tier category, especially if you are willing …

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ShinGuards – New Options To Check Out 2018

Shin Guard Options 2018

Since the last time we ran a feature on shinguards, there have been several fresh, high-profile new options added to the market. Picking a new pair is often a pretty important decision, especially when you consider the fact most players end up wearing the same pair for several seasons at …

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Mizuno Rebula MIJ – Picking the Right Size

Mizuno Rebula MIJ featured

If you checked in on our most recent Mizuno Rebula MIJ feature, you might recall that sizing became an area of contention. Normally, I can be pretty exact in how a boot fits, but there was something a little different about the Rebula. In the “Fit, Size and Shape” section, …

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Nike Academy Pack Tiempo Legend Returns!

Tiempo Academy Pack

If you are a blackout fan and have been awaiting a new Academy Pack style release, rejoice. As a soccer.com exclusive, a limited edition run if the Nike Tiempo Legend 7 has been released in the Academy Pack colorway, available for a limited time only. This is not the first …

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