Parts of a Football Cleat
- Cut length - Football cleats can come in low-cut, mid-cut, and high-tops, each with varying levels of mobility and ankle support
- Eyelets - Holes near the top of the upper keeps laces in place
- Lacing - Traditional laces are most common although some cleats may have ankle straps for support
- Toe cap - A tough toe cap helps to increase durability and provide additional protection
- Sidewalls - The sidewalls of football cleats are very rigid to provide lateral support and protection
- Heel panel - The section of the shoe that covers the heel
- Tongue - Padded and comfortable
- Insole - The footbed of a shoe that helps to provide comfort and support and can sometimes be removable
- Midsole - A thin but stiff midsole allows you to feel the ground without pressure points from the studs
- Heel counter - A hard plastic insert located behind the heel that keeps the heel from collapsing
- Collar - A padded collar helps to keep your foot in place while increasing comfort
- Outsole - Often made of molded plastic or rubber, the outsole houses the studs
- Studs - Strategically placed studs provide traction on football fields; can be made of either hard plastic or rubber
- Instep - The arched middle area of the shoe
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