SOCCER/FUTBOL/FOOTBALL FOOTWEAR, KITS & GEAR - 2020/21

[El Argentino]

I found the 2020 - 2022 match shorts to be quite generous. They were really slim from 2016-2018.

Similarly, I discovered an old 2013 Hoops USMNT replica shirt in my parents' closet this last weekend. Wore it to pickup. Same XL tag, but so incredibly tight in the shoulders and chest compared to any XL replica out right now. I think I have a TechFit Argentina from 2010 (admittedly in a Large) that is just ridiculously tight.

 

[ronaldo nazario]

I found the 2020 - 2022 match shorts to be quite generous. They were really slim from 2016-2018.

Similarly, I discovered an old 2013 Hoops USMNT replica shirt in my parents' closet this last weekend. Wore it to pickup. Same XL tag, but so incredibly tight in the shoulders and chest compared to any XL replica out right now. I think I have a TechFit Argentina from 2010 (admittedly in a Large) that is just ridiculously tight.

I had the Germany one, in a 2X and it still didn't fit me. Those were definitelty not meant to be worn by the consumer.

 

[ronaldo nazario]

Had a 1v1 saved by the keeper last night in my 35+ league, then got the rebound and dribbled around the keeper only to have my second attempt cleared off the goal line by a defender. I think I'm washed boys, confidence is completely shot.

 

[hutchie]

it will come back with next goal! Dont give up!

 

[fluid hips]

Had a 1v1 saved by the keeper last night in my 35+ league, then got the rebound and dribbled around the keeper only to have my second attempt cleared off the goal line by a defender. I think I'm washed boys, confidence is completely shot.

11v11 or small sided?

 

[ronaldo nazario]

11v11 or small sided?

11v11, we play on two different fields at the same park and last night we played on "the big field" which is the size of a FIFA professional field. No excuse for my miss though. I was in on goal and turned into a deer in headlights. I took way too long to shoot it, but for me it's so frustrating cause my confidence has already been super low really since I have started playing consistently again after my last big injury. Doesn't help that something again seems to be wrong with my "bad leg". Dr. says it might be fluid building up in a cyst in the back of my knee so probably going to have to go get my yearly MRI soon. It blew up last week after my game and hasn't been great since. Need to meditate or something though, mindset is absolute ****e on the field.

 

[fluid hips]

11v11, we play on two different fields at the same park and last night we played on "the big field" which is the size of a FIFA professional field. No excuse for my miss though. I was in on goal and turned into a deer in headlights. I took way too long to shoot it, but for me it's so frustrating cause my confidence has already been super low really since I have started playing consistently again after my last big injury. Doesn't help that something again seems to be wrong with my "bad leg". Dr. says it might be fluid building up in a cyst in the back of my knee so probably going to have to go get my yearly MRI soon. It blew up last week after my game and hasn't been great since. Need to meditate or something though, mindset is absolute ****e on the field.

I think it's more of a mental thing and not trying to get hurt

I go through the same thing and don't play 100% at times in fear of getting a bad knee injury

 

[fluid hips]

 

[jking0821]

I think it's more of a mental thing and not trying to get hurt

I go through the same thing and don't play 100% at times in fear of getting a bad knee injury

This has been my toughest transition and the reason why I need an over 40 league when I turn 40. I need people of the same mindset that injuries are not worth the game.

I can go 100% like 10 mins in a 90 min game . The mental aspect of knowing I am afraid to cut super hard on turf at full speed means I have to change my game. It literally is a win in my eyes if I make it through a full game without a knock. Whether I get stepped on or turf burn or a hamstring tweak. There is almost always something. When I walk off the field and have 0 injuries I take it as a victory regardless of score.

 

[ronaldo nazario]

Thanks for making me feel better guys. Definitely have been trying to change my game.

 

[fluid hips]

ronaldo nazario Is this the type of field y’all use? My boy just moved out to cali and posted this on his story

 

[ronaldo nazario]

ronaldo nazario Is this the type of field y’all use? My boy just moved out to cali and posted this on his story

Everywhere I play is AG, and for the most part it is for that very reason. All the grass fields absolutely suck.

 

[fluid hips]

Been doing these stretches

 

[jking0821]

Boots arrived. First impressions are they are tight. Went TTS (Nike size 11). Hopefully they break in a little. The upper is super soft so we will see.

The boots are oddly heavy too. Weighed them at 229 grams and most of that is the sole plate. The weight distribution feels a little strange (bottom heavy) in hand. For reference my GX1 AG are 215 grams and my superflys are 195 grams. I was really hoping for a lighter boot given the FG version of the Furon are super light. But i will say that the length of the studs is perfect. They are a little shorter then the Nike AG plate which given the fields i play on i prefer slightly shorter studs. Was a big fan of the nike AG-R plate they used to use because of how shallow some of the fields i play on are. But will report back after a play test.

 

[AZwildcats]

My turf Furon’s were tight at first too, few hours and they fit perfectly now. I’ve seen some reviews recommend a half size up but that would make them too long imo

 

[AZwildcats]

Edit: wrong thread lol

 

[fluid hips]

Boots arrived. First impressions are they are tight. Went TTS (Nike size 11). Hopefully they break in a little. The upper is super soft so we will see.

The boots are oddly heavy too. Weighed them at 229 grams and most of that is the sole plate. The weight distribution feels a little strange (bottom heavy) in hand. For reference my GX1 AG are 215 grams and my superflys are 195 grams. I was really hoping for a lighter boot given the FG version of the Furon are super light. But i will say that the length of the studs is perfect. They are a little shorter then the Nike AG plate which given the fields i play on i prefer slightly shorter studs. Was a big fan of the nike AG-R plate they used to use because of how shallow some of the fields i play on are. But will report back after a play test.

These have grip elements in the upper?

 

[jking0821]

These have grip elements in the upper?

The upper is textured but it is very subtle. There are shiny stripes as well but they have no tackiness.

 

[fluid hips]

 

[dragicon]

The fit is very loose… I thought it might be a little tight so I went up a size, but it’s quite large. I think tts or even maybe size down for the shirt. It’s a nice shirt though. The material is pretty thick.

 

[romulus]

The fit is very loose… I thought it might be a little tight so I went up a size, but it’s quite large. I think tts or even maybe size down for the shirt. It’s a nice shirt though. The material is pretty thick.

Where'd you get it from?

 

[dragicon]

Where'd you get it from?

Soccer.com The price was alright. I think I’m going to return it, just because it’s too big.

 

[AZwildcats]

Adidas and their artificial scarcity, the tongue models are already at the outlets for half off. Tried a pair on and decided not to get them, I hate how cheap the hybrid touch feels in hand.

Vapor 16’s for me when they launch hopefully

 

[sleepybluedemon]

wow

 

[fluid hips]

Adidas and their artificial scarcity, the tongue models are already at the outlets for half off. Tried a pair on and decided not to get them, I hate how cheap the hybrid touch feels in hand.

Vapor 16’s for me when they launch hopefully

Exactly why I returned it. For the price, it didn't feel like a top end model.

Might fool the younger kids not used to quality but for older guys we know how top of the line boots felt back in the day to justify the price.

Alot of "elite" models today feel like take down models from back in the day