Football Boots - International Preview - 12/08/09

Editor — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:37:00 GMT

Here's the SoccerBible's pick of tonights International football action, with a host of World Cup qualifiers and friendly games taking place, we have a look at the players and football boots to watch out for...

Azerbaijan v Germany (WCQ)

MICHAEL BALLACK

adidas Predator PS football boots

German captain Ballack demonstrated at the weekend his will to win, so we wonder whether we'll be seeing the same antics tonight. Ballack has recently opted for the stand-out true blue Predator football boots, packed with technology to match the powerful midfielders playing style.

Faroe Islands v France (WCQ)

FRANCK RIBERY

Nike Vapor Superfly football boots

The most talked about player this summer, the eyes of the footballing world we be focused on Franck Ribery tonight to find out why he is so highly rated. The French forward wears the innovative Nike Superfly football boots to match his speed and skill game.

Holland v England (Fr)

ASHLEY YOUNG

adidas F50i TUNiT football boots

We've witnessed first hand Ashley Young's ability as we joined the attacking forward for the first time he wore a pair of the new adidas F50i football boots. Young has been given his chance to impress against tough opposition as Gerrard has dropped out injured.

Norway v Scotland (WCQ)

DARREN FLETCHER

Nike Tiempo Legend III football boots

Darren Fletcher is a proud Scotland captain, who leads by example as his work-rate is relentless. Patrolling the midfield Fletcher opts to wear the Nike Legend football boots, which offer all-round performance as demonstrated by a host of professional defenders, midfielders and forwards currently choosing Nike's touch boots.

Switzerland v Italy (Fr)

VINCENZO IAQUINTA

adidas F50i TUNiT football boots

Iaquinta is a mobile forward who is constantly on his toes, whether he is moving down the channels or looking to latch onto a through ball. He hasn't been the most prolific goalscorer though, which he hopes will change as he switches into the new white adidas F50i football boots.

Russia v Argentina (Fr)

JAVIER MASCHERANO

Nike T90 Laser II football boots

Argentina captain Mascherano is wearing a combination kangaroo leather and synthetic football boot, to give touch and control properties from the leather, and power and accuracy from the Nike ShotShield. The particular colourway Mascherano has been wearing is a part of the new Nike Black Pack.

Rep. Ireland v Australia (Fr)

KEVIN DOYLE

Puma King XL football boots

Doyle was late to join up with the Ireland squad as it was feared injury would rule the new Wolves striker out of action. But the forward has been deemed fit and been given a starting place alongside Robbie Keane. Doyle has an interesting boot choice, but saying that the Puma King football boots were good enough for Pele and Maradona!

Estonia v Brazil (Fr)

ROBINHO

Nike Mercurial Vapor V football boots

Like a typical Brazilian flair player, Robinho's game is all about skill, control and touch. To match his abilities Robinho chooses to wear the Vapor V football boots, which are lightweight, made from a strong but thin synthetic upper, and feature a lace-cover for a superior ball contact area.

Montenegro v Wales (Fr)

AARON RAMSEY

adidas adiPure II football boots

Ramsey used to play in the Predator football boots, but has clearly found the new adiPure II football boots suit his passing game better. With an all kangaroo leather upper, the new adiPure's have unique stitching and padded areas for superior ball touch and control, plus this new colourway matches both his Arsenal and Wales kits.

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Football Boots - International Preview - 12/08/09