Football News : Boot Spotting, World Cup

Weekend Football Boots Spotting - 04/07/11

Editor — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:17:00 GMT

SoccerBible joined the action at the 2011 Copa America and Women's World Cup for the best of the boot spots. Along with some new and unique football boots on show, our boot spotters also managed to take in some qualifying games for the 2014 FIFA World Cup for a random boot spot! ...(read more)

Football Boots Spotting Bonus Edition 30/09/10

Boot Spy — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:45:00 GMT

It's a Bonus midweek football boots spotting from the SoccerBible as we check out who is wearing what across Europe's Premier Club competition...


Daniel Sturridge (Chelsea) adidas F50 adizero
As we've been on the case with pro's switching to the adizero boots, another high profile player was spotted in the Chameleon editions. Better news for adidas this time, as at least it is a player already on their books, as Sturridge has previously worn the Predator series at Chelsea,


Wesley Sneijder (Inter Milan) Nike T90 Laser III
Inter recorded an emphatic win over German side Werder Bremen, and Dutch maestro Sneijder got his name on the scoresheet during the 4-0 win, wearing the latest release for the Nike T90 Laser III boots but opting for the non-Elite versions.


Javier Hernandez (Manchester United) Nike Tiempo Legend III
The popular Chicharto sealed the points for United late into the game, and did so wearing the White/Red Nike Tiempo Legend III boots against Valencia. Nice to see he also features his nicknmae and squad number as Boot ID on his gear!


Ivan Cordoba (Inter Milan) Nike T90 K-Laser III
The Colombian defender was one of two players spotted upgrading to the k-leather version of the Nike T90 Laser football boots. Team-mate Maicon also sported this colourway, as the Nezzarrui destroyed Werder Bremen to go top of Group A.


Oscar Cardozo (Benfica) Nike T90 Laser Elite
Another convert to the new T90 colourway - and a player playing in the Elite sole plate versions! The Paraguay forward took advantage of the soft ground stuf option for the match against Schalke 04 but couldn't stop his side from suffering a 2-0 loss.


Nani (Manchester United) adidas F50 adizero
We reported earlier that Nani was still training in the F50 adizero boots, and proved it was no one hit wonder as he sported the synthetic White/Pink versions for United's away trip in Valencia. Is a permanent adidas deal on the cards?


Nicolas Paraja (Spartak Moscow) adidas Predator Powerswerve
This great boot spot hit our inbox from Nallely Flores, who spied Argentina defender Paraja wearing these limited release adidas Predator Powerswerve boots. Originally released back in 2008, these White/Red/Gold Predators featured a flame and Olympic themed design.


Gokdeniz Karadeniz (Rubin Kazan) Nike Mercurial Vapor SL
The Russian side recorded a hard-fought draw with the stars of Barcelona, and many boot spotters were quick to share with us that Turkish midfielder Karadeniz was playing in one of the all-time Vapor favourites, the Mercurial Vapor SL in the Citrus colourway.


Sako (St Etienne) Nike Mercurial Superfly II Custom
Not quite a Champions League spot, but an interesting one to drop into our Inbox nonetheless. Kudos to manojuke999, who spied St Etienne player Sako playing in these White & Black Nike Mercurial Superfly II boots. We're certainly going to keep our eyes peeled on the French Ligue 1 to see more of these boots...

Boot spotting kudos goes to SoccerBible community members pcm19, manojuke999, Thomas Pedersen, Boot Hunter, Lars Hjorth-Johansen, ddchile, Nallely Flores and a whole load host of other Boot Spotters who sent in their best boot spots.

If there are any players and boots you've spotted and think should feature on this page, mail us at: u2us@soccerbible.com putting 'Boot Spotting' in the subject field.

Pre-World Cup Football Boots Spotting

Editor — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 10:10:00 GMT

We continue our look at the football boots the best players in the world will be wearing at the greatest tournament in football. We drop in on various training sessions, pre-season friendlies, whilst also taking time out to see what current football boots some legends of the game are choosing......(read more)

World Cup Boots Spotting!

Editor — Fri, 28 May 2010 10:30:00 GMT

The best players in the world are preparing to descend upon the greatest tournament in football. The football boots they choose need to be the best in the world, so they can perform and impress on football's biggest stage. Here SoccerBible show's you what some of the best footballers on the planet will be wearing at the 2010 World Cup......(read more)

Football Boots - Bonus Boot Spotting

Editor — Thu, 20 May 2010 10:00:00 GMT

The domestic seasons are largely over now, so attention focuses on South Africa. Which means plenty of new boots for players to break in! Check out our bonus boot spotting featuring a host of international stars preparing for the upcoming international friendlies, and of course the big tournament in South Africa!


Wayne Rooney (England) Nike T90 Laser III Elite	Emmanuel Eboue (Ivory Coast) Puma v1.10 Tricks
Rooney is the focal point for Nike's T90 campaign so we were in no doubt the England striker would be upgrading to the T90 Laser III Elite boots. We can't wait to see these on pitch!	Debuted in the FA Cup Final, Eboue is the latest player to be spotted with the v1.10 Tricks as the Ivory Coast prepared for their friendly match against Paraguay. We're certain these will make an excellent combo with the Cote d'Ivorie kit!


Cacau (Germany) Nike Tiempo Legend Elite	Shaun Wright-Phillips (England) adidas F50 adiZero
The Stuttgart striker warmed up for a friendly with Hungary sporting the Tiempo Legend Elite. Cacau will be looking to add to his international tally after getting off the mark with a double against Malta last week.	Another player who can surely only benefit from the F50 adizero's lightweight performance is Wright-Phillips, spotted during England training with the Yellow/Black editions.


Wesley Sneijder (Inter Milan) Nike T90 Laser III Elite	Rio Ferdinand (England) Nike T90 Laser III Elite
Whilst many players have already joined up with their international camps, there is still the small matter of a Champions League Final to contend. Our player of the tournament so far Sneijder was spotted preparing for the Final sporting the T90 Laser Elite boots.	Returing to the England setup is captain Ferdinand, who joined a host of other England team mates switching to the T90 Laser Elite boots for the latest training session.


Michael Carrick (England) Puma Powercat 1.10 Tricks	Maicon (Inter Milan) Nike T90 Laser III Elite
They may not be to everyone's taste, but one thing the Tricks series does is stand out on pitch! Carrick was spotted wearing the new PowerCat 1.10 Tricks in the World Cup colourway, and with that lava-inspired sole plate you'll be able to make them out from miles away!	Inter players are gearing up for the epic Champions League Final and have already taken delivery of their World Cup boots, as Maicon shows wearing the new T90 Laser III Elite boots - closely followed by Baloteli (more below)


Aaron Lennon (England) Nike Superfly II Elite	Jermain Defoe (England) adidas F50 adiZero
Along with Theo Walcott, England have arguably two of the fastest wingers in the game today. So defenders will surely be cursing that Nike have given both Lennon and Walcott even faster boots for the World Cup in the shape of the Superfly II Elite!	Defoe is the latest convert to the F50 adizero series, although we were surprised to see him in the player-issue black out versions still as he trained with his England teammates.


Mario Balotelli (Inter Milan) Nike CTR360 Elite	Clint Dempsey (United States) Nike Superfly II Elite
More Inter Champions League spotting, this time Mario Balotelli sporting the CTR360 Elite boots. Another boot we can't just wait to see fully on pitch this weekend!	Now training with the USMNT (US Mens National Team) after his heroics with Fulham. Could "Deuce" be the first player to provide a scoring debut for two new boots in the same season with the Superfly II Elite?


Jonathan Bornstein (United States) Nike T90 Laser III Elite	Stephen Warnock (England) Umbro Speciali
Chivas USA co-captain Bornstein has had to leave domestic action behind and focus on the World Cup. It's not all bad though as the tough tackling defender was spotted like many fellow pro's upgrading to the T90 Laser III Elite boots.	The Speciali series makes stands out with its unrivalled comfort, so is not much of a surprise to see Villa defender Warnock sporting the latest colour release - the chosen boot of several other high profile defenders, including squad team mates Michael Dawson and John Terry.


Ricardo Clark (United States) Nike T90 Laser III Elite	Rory Fallon (New Zealand) Nike Tiempo Legend III Elite
The Frankfurt and USA midfielder has been a long time T90 wearer, so comes as little surprise he was spotted during a USMNT training session having made the switch to the T90 Laser Elite football boots.	The Elite boots are making their way across all corners of the globe! Rory Fallon was spotted with the new Nike Tiempo Elite boots as the All Whites prepared for a grudge match of an international friendly with rivals Australia,


Roque Santa Cruz (Paraguay) Mizuno Wave Ignitus	Chris Wood (New Zealand) Umbro Stealth Pro
OK so not technically a new boot spotting, more of a new kit spotting, so forgive us for highlighting Paraguay's Roque Santa Cruz as he continues to rock the yellow Mizuno Wave Ignitus.	Our second spot from the All Whites with young forward Chris Wood sporting the Silver/Black Umbro Stealth boots. We reckon these will make a nice match with either the Home or Away kit!

If you've seen anything that belongs on this page, mail us at u2us@soccerbible.com putting 'Boot Spotting' in the subject field.

Football Boots - Bumper Boot Spotting Edition!

Editor — Mon, 17 May 2010 10:28:00 GMT

The adidas F50 adiZero football boots made a huge impression this weekend, with a host of major players around the world spotted in these lightweight football boots. Our Boot spotters also found a hotbed of boot activity in South America, and players linking up with their national squads sporting their new football boots......(read more)

Football Boots - World Cup Heroes & Villains! - 19/11/09

Editor — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:54:00 GMT

These are the players and the football boots that have become national heroes and villains! There were some interesting boots on show, as these are the players who had a crucial role in their nation qualifying for the World Cup and breaking the hearts of entire nations......(read more)

Football Boots - International Boot Spotting - 16/11/09

Editor — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:07:00 GMT

It was a great weekend of International football, with the best players in the world taking to the pitches for some great showcase matches, along with the crucial World Cup qualifiers. Our SoccerBible boot spotters were out in force around the globe, to bring you the most interesting football boots on show......(read more)

Football Boots - World Cup Boot Spotting - 15/10/09

Editor — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:58:00 GMT

We're closer to knowing the teams that will be appearing at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, and here are the players, and more importantly, the football boots that caught the SoccerBible's eye during some emphatic performances lastnight......(read more)

Football Boots - Crucial World Cup Qualifiers - 14/10/09

Editor — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:24:00 GMT

It's a crucial last round of World Cup qualifiers to determine which teams will be going to South Africa next year. There are some big teams and some big players who could miss out depending on tonight's results, so here's the lowdown on tonight's crucial matches and the players who can make the difference...

Uruguay vs Argentina

DIEGO FORLAN

adidas F50i football boots

Uruguay hold their fate in their own hands, if they can beat Argentina at home they will clinch the fourth spot in the South American qualifying group. Although a draw would give them a play-off spot, providing Ecuador fail to win on Chilean soil. In this campaign Uruguay have only been defeated once at home, and they will be looking for top goalscorer Diego Forlan to continue his excellent form wearing white adidas F50i football boots.

LIONEL MESSI

adidas F50i football boots

Completing an adidas F50i boots showdown, is Argentina's Lionel Messi. The inspirational forward player has his own boot range and will need to demonstrate why if Argentina are to qualify. A victory for Diego Maradona's side will mean qualification, but anything less could result in Argentina missing out altogether depending on results.

England vs Belarus

RIO FERDINAND

Nike T90 Laser II football boots

Ferdinand seems to have slipped back into his old ways, with mistakes and a lack of concentration creeping into his game. Mistakes against Ukraine and Holland, and for club side Manchester United, have proven costly recently. But there is no denying Rio Ferdinand is a quality defender, and wearing the new powerful looking T90 Laser football boots, he will be looking to keep a clean sheet and have an error free game.

TIMOFEI KALACHEV

Nike Mercurial SL football boots

The Belarus players have been told to go out and enjoy the game at Wembley, and in Timofei Kalachev they have a player enjoying good form at the moment. Kalachev netted a brace at the weekend wearing the sports red Nike Mercurial SL football boots, proof that despite the newer boots on the market the Mercurial SL is still a top boot.

Portugal vs Malta

SIMAO

adidas Predator Conf. football boots

Victory is a must for Portugal to confirm second place in their qualification group, as first place has already been claimed by Denmark. But with Cristiano Ronaldo injured, inspiration and goals will have to come from players like Simao. Simao scored twice for Portugal on the weekend, and is a skilful forward who wears adidas Predator football boots as he is lethal from set-pieces.

SHAUN BAJADA

adidas adiPure II football boots

It seems like a hopeless task for Malta, to resist a Portuguese side full of international stars. One of the players charged with keeping the Portuguese at bay will be defender Shaun Badaja, who plays in the adidas adiPure II football boots, but at least there will be a big stage for the player to show his ability.

Switzerland vs Israel

ALEXANDER FREI

Puma King XL football boots

A single point for Switzerland will secure top spot in their qualification group, and the experienced Alexander Frei is the man to get the job done. Frei is Switzerland's current top goalscorer, who wears the classy looking Puma King football boots.

YOSSI BENAYOUN

Nike Mercurial Superfly football boots

Israel still have an outside chance of qualifying for the World Cup, depending on the result of Greece's game against Luxemburg. Star player Yossi Benayoun will be hoping to up the performance level of his team-mates, as the Nike Superfly wearer has been in impressive form for club side Liverpool.

Poland vs Slovakia

EUZEBIUSZ SMOLAREK

Puma v1 football boots

Poland will be playing for pride as they are unable to qualify for the World Cup, but victory over neighbours Slovakia is motivation enough for the players. Ebi Smolarek is Poland's top goalscorer with six goals from Puma v1.08 football boots, but will he change into the v1.10 football boots for this match.

ROBERT VITTEK

adidas Predator Swerve football boots

Group 3 is the closest of all the qualification groups with top spot still up for grabs between Slovakia and Slovenia. But captain Robert Vittek has stated "qualification will be ours", and the forward player will need to rediscover his scoring form as he has yet to score this campaign.

WE WANT TO KNOW WHICH TEAMS YOU THINK WILL QUALIFY FOR THE WORLD CUP?