It’s Monday and well that means it’s time for me to climb inside “The Week That Was” machine and re-visit some stories from…errr…the week that was, it’s another edition of The Soccer List. 1. Things get a little shirty at the Emirates Sometimes the history and unwritten rules involved in …

The Mizuno Morelia is my favourite football boot of all time, in my opinion they are the ultimate football boot offering supreme comfort, touch on the ball and are as durable as boots come. I really didn’t think I could like a boot more but I have been told the …

In an attempt to freshen up the range, Adidas has modified several aspects of the adiPure 11pro range to create an all new performing boot as part of the Samba Collection. It is the F50 adiZero that sees the largest changes, but the adiPure has also been treated to a …

The Umbro Speciali range used to have a prestige about them with some legends of the game like Alan Shearer, Michael Owen and Roberto Carlos (with “that” free-kick against France) wearing the iconic double diamond. In recent years Umbro have lost their way slightly with the company being bought and …

On a daily basis, we receive a ton of emails from players who want help selecting a new pair of boots. In most cases, I am able to tell you the benefits of one pair over another, especially when you tell me what you are looking for. But, choosing a …

A few weeks ago, I was sent the Retro Star Classic to provide you guys with a performance review as to how this stunning pair of football boots performed. For a detailed look at the brand and the history have a look at Andrew’s article “The RetroStar Classic in Cognac” …

Over the past few years, we have a seen a sharp increase in the number of custom boots and designs released for players. It is a mix of marketing and allowing players to truly express their true artistic nature. At some stage, we have all dreamed about being able to …

So Fall has dropped, and if you’re a rec player north of the 49th parallel (or in the Northern US), you’re probably in that awkward transition from the outdoor game to the small sided indoor game. Playing multiple nights a week on various surfaces (including court, carpet, and various turf …

That time again when I need to part ways with several pairs of classic boots in order to make room for new arrivals. Up for grabs this time is a pretty high-class selection of new boots as well as a few pairs of lightly used. This is probably the best …

One question I almost always ask my self as I’m fantasizing about the perfect boots for the upcoming season is the question of customization.  Is it worth the price? Should I add a flag? My name or a family members? These are but a sampling of the questions that run …

The shift in International matches to a Friday and Tuesday slot, gives people maximum time to sit down and get in front of the television to watch their national team, but it also gives the keen eyes at Soccercleats101 boot spotters multiple matches across the globe to feast their eyes …

Taking to the field this weekend’s games in new boots was a new signing for Mizuno in England, Carl Jenkinson. He signed for Mizuno during the week and worn the Morelia Neo in the bright orange colourway. Mizuno is not new to the premiership or the championship but I believe …

Welcome to an all new segment on SoccerCleats101 called “The Boot Report”. Going forward, this is the spot you will want to read when wondering what boots players are currently wearing or what is going on in the world of boots in general. It is a mix of whats being …

Do you think you know your boots? I still have a few pairs of Adidas F50 adiZero up for giveaway, so here is a fun, slightly challenging test of your boot knowledge. Above are 6 different uppers from boots that have been released on the market over the past few …