In Detail - Nike Anti-Clog Boots Technology - What is It, How Good Does It Work and How Much Cost Anti-Clog Boots Now?
Nov 28, 2017, by Chris
It's that time of the season when the pitches get deeper and more muddy with every week. However, since last year, there is a technology that claims to be able to overcome the problems soccer players have on muddy, wet and slippery surfaces - Nike's Anti-Clog technology (Nike even said that 'Football Will Be Never The Same').
Let's take a closer look at Nike's Anti-Clog boot technology, with many more Anti-Clog boots available at much more affordable prices than one year ago.
Nike Anti-Clog Technology - What Is It?
Nike's Anti-Clog technology is a traction technology that prevents mud from clogging the sole plate of Nike's football boots. The technology was developed over the course of two years with insights from Nike's design, materials and research teams. The first Nike Anti-Clog boots were released in April 2016.
Nike Anti-Clog Technology - How Does It Work?
The Nike Anti-Clog Traction sole plates include an adaptive polymer that becomes compliant when exposed to water, something that sounds strange at first glance if you think about slippering.
Dr. Jeremy Walker, who was one of several PhDs working on this project, with backgrounds in materials science engineering and chemistry, said that "his team initially pursued a variety of mechanical and water-repellent solutions, but concluded none were viable for the lifetime of the boots." Their next approach seemed counterintuitive, but ultimately proved effective.
“We stopped thinking about repelling water and started thinking about using it to our advantage to create a lubricious layer, without sacrificing traction,” continues Walker. “Understanding the molecular structure of mud was key to developing a hydrophilic solution, which helps keep mud from clogging the plate.”
Nike Anti-Clog Technology - Does It Work?
A lot of Nike players are wearing Nike's Anti-Clog technology, but that's not a sign how good it does work as almost all professional Nike players get their cleats directly from Nike and are paid to wear boots with the Swoosh.
In fact, we have noticed that many Nike players such as Aubameyang are switching between traditional SG and Anti-Clog cleats for different pitch conditions and are also switching between both sole plate variants during matches. That shows that standard SG cleats are not completely 'history' but even better for certain pitch conditions. In the end, it all depends on the players and his preferences.
What is secured by many different boot testers and sources is that the technology works and that nearly no mud sticks on the sole plate.
All in all, we think, that with the pitches of amateur teams usually much more muddy and deeper than those of professional teams, we think the better choice for amateur players are often Anti-Clog boots. But everybody has to test both technologies (standard SG and Anti-Clog) to find out which are the best in which conditions.
Nike Anti-Clog Boots - How Much Do They Cost
Been a lot of chat this week about ‘best boots ever’ and ‘return of a classic’. Can only assume it refers to these bad boys that were delivered to me yesterday. All black super soft leather Premier II with anti-clog tech from @nikefootball 👌🔥⚽️ pic.twitter.com/TcfYfq7xhR
— Charlie Brooks (@charliebhoy72) November 25, 2017
One year ago, it was impossible to get Anti-Clog soccer cleats for a similar price as high-end Nike SG boots (In fact, you had to spend at least 250 Euro (200 GBP, 250 USD) for Anti-Clog cleats). Now, after Nike released their Nike Premier with Anti-Clog technology, you can get Anti-Clog cleats for a recommended retail price of just 120 Euro. Nike Hypervenom, Magista, Mercurial and Tiempo Anti-Clog soccer cleats have been spotted for prices as low as 150 USD (at the end of spring).
With prices for Anti-Clog cleats much lower than one year ago and the Nike Premier Anti-Clog boot just costing a bit more than 100 Euro, will you get a boot with Nike Anti-Clog technology? Have you tried out a Nike boot with Anti-Clog traction? If so, let us know how they performed in comparison to traditional SG boots / your teammates boots in the comments below.
AC Mestre 26-27 Third Kit Released
Italian Serie D club AC Mestre has officially unveiled its new third kit for the 26-27 campaign, manufactured once again by Japanese sportswear brand Mizuno. The new drop follows the earlier presentations of the club's home and away shirts, completing their kit lineup for the new season.
The Mizuno AC Mestre 26-27 third shirt introduces a sleek and stealthy design, dominated by a black base accented by vibrant orange details. Bright orange trim lines the V-neck collar and broad sleeve cuffs, while both the Mizuno Runbird logo and the AC Mestre crest are rendered in matching monochrome orange. A subtle jacquard pattern is also incorporated across the front fabric, adding depth to the understated look.
Black shorts and socks with orange detailing complete the full AC Mestre 26-27 third uniform.
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Adidas is expanding its terrace-rooted Spezial F.C. label to the Emirates, with a newly surfaced teaser confirming an upcoming Arsenal SPZL F.C. collection. Thanks to @IamCrisJ.
The teaser reveals the collaborative Arsenal SPZL F.C. insignia, presenting the club's heritage cannon emblem and "AFC" cannonballs in red set above a red-bordered box housing the Trefoil and "adidas SPEZIAL F.C." branding in gold. Following the blueprint established by previous SPZL F.C. club projects, the range will lean heavily into retro football culture, archival tailoring, and casual terrace style.
The upcoming Arsenal SPZL F.C. range will include bespoke footwear and lifestyle apparel, slated for release through ArsenalDirect, adidas, and select Spezial retailers.
Adidas Colo-Colo EQT Collection Leaked
Adidas is expanding its 1990s-inspired EQT lifestyle range to South America, with official images of the upcoming Colo-Colo EQT collection leaking online. Following recent retro drops for European giants such as Bayern Munich and Juventus, the Chilean club is set to receive its own heritage capsule steeped in unmistakable nineties football culture. Big thanks to @KamilBerberler.
The centerpiece of the range is a retro shirt dominated by Colo-Colo's traditional white, accented by subtle tonal shadow stripes running vertically down the body. It features oversized three stripes sweeping over the shoulders in bold black and red, paired with a chunky ribbed V-neck collar. Staying true to the era, the classic Adidas wordmark and Trefoil are placed centrally on the chest just above the iconic club crest.
Complementing the jersey, the wider lifestyle capsule includes a color-blocked track jacket, matching track pants, a graphic t-shirt, and a relaxed crewneck sweatshirt. The entire collection maintains the club's sharp black, white, and red palette, combining vintage paneling with modern streetwear silhouettes. The Adidas Colo-Colo EQT collection is slated for release in the coming weeks.
Kit Blunder: Matheus Cunha Wears Inverted Sleeve Badges in Manchester Derby
Manchester United striker Matheus Cunha was spotted sporting an unusual kit detail during Sunday's Manchester derby against Manchester City. Eagle-eyed kit enthusiasts quickly pointed out that the Brazilian forward took to the pitch with his sleeve badges completely reversed on his 26-27 home shirt.
Under standard Premier League kit regulations, the official competition badge and "No Room For Racism" patch must be applied to the player's right sleeve, while the left sleeve is reserved for the club's commercial sleeve partner. On Cunha's long-sleeve jersey, however, the configuration was flipped: the sponsor logo was applied to his right arm, leaving the Premier League badge positioned on his left sleeve.
Side-by-side images comparing Cunha's jersey to teammate Marcus Rashford clearly showed the contrast between the standard layout and Cunha's swapped sleeves. Whether caused by a mix-up in the kit room or an accidental printing error during match preparations, the subtle mistake provided a unique talking point for shirt collectors.
River Plate 26-27 Away Pre-Match Kit Leaked
Official images of the River Plate 26-27 away pre-match kit have surfaced, revealing a clean retro-inspired look produced by Adidas. Following the release of the club's tricolor away strip in August, this warm-up top expands River Plate's heritage-driven collection for the 26-27 season. Big thanks to @KamilBerberler.
The Adidas River Plate 26-27 away pre-match jersey features a crisp white body paired with bold red raglan sleeves and a matching white collar. Emphasizing the classic aesthetic, the shirt showcases the iconic Adidas Trefoil logo in red on the right chest, opposite a vintage circular CARP crest in red on the left. Across the upper back, large red block lettering spells out "RIVER" to complete the minimalist, old-school design. The shirt is paired with white shorts sporting black Three Stripes on the sides.
The new River Plate 26-27 away pre-match jersey is scheduled to be worn by the squad during warm-ups for away fixtures and will be available to purchase in the coming weeks.
Al Sadd SC 26-27 Third Kit Released
Al Sadd SC and New Balance have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. The release completes the Qatari giants' collection for the campaign, following the earlier launches of their white home and black-and-gold away jerseys.
The New Balance Al Sadd 26-27 third shirt brings a classy, lifestyle-infused color combination to the pitch, combining a light sand beige base with deep olive green accents. It features a classic polo collar with an open V-insert alongside matching olive sleeve cuffs, while the fabric itself is treated with a subtle diagonal jacquard weave.
All logos on the front of the shirt adopt the contrasting olive green hue, including the New Balance logo, Qatar Airways chest sponsorship, and a stylized, modern circular Al Sadd crest with concentric line detailing and the year 1969 positioned beneath two stars.
Hong Kong 2026 Home & Away Kits Released
Nike and the Football Association of Hong Kong, China (HKFA) have officially revealed the new Hong Kong 2026 national team kit collection. Celebrating 15 years of partnership between the brand and the association, the new launch is built around the theme "One Home, One Team, The Whole Hong Kong" and was officially photographed inside the newly constructed Kai Tak Stadium.
The Nike Hong Kong 2026 home shirt features a subtle two-tone design, cleanly divided down the vertical center into two distinct shades of red. It utilizes a central chest layout, placing the circular HKFA federation badge prominently in the middle with a white Nike Swoosh positioned directly beneath it. Black accents run down the sides and frame the collar, while a dragon graphic from the association's identity is printed inside the neckline. Black shorts and red socks complete the home strip.
The new away kit adopts a crisp white base complemented by modern, asymmetric accents in red and black along the collar and side trims. Together with a vibrant green goalkeeper shirt and new anthem jackets, the Hong Kong 2026 collection will hit select retail shelves starting September 19, 2026.
Al Gharafa 26-27 Away Kit Released
Qatari side Al Gharafa SC has officially launched its new away kit for the 26-27 Qatar Stars League campaign. Made by Adidas, the new alternate shirt arrives shortly after the club rolled out its primary home look.
The Adidas Al Gharafa 2026-27 away jersey introduces a distinctive vertical striped design set against a clean white base. Blue and yellow stripes run down the front, complemented by an asymmetrical layout that features a blue right sleeve and a yellow left sleeve. The collar combines both primary club colors, while the Adidas performance logo appears in blue and the QIIB sponsor badge sits centrally across the chest.
The new away shirt completes the club's set alongside the previously unveiled 26-27 home kit, which sports a vibrant yellow base with royal blue Three Stripes and trim. Both shirts are now officially available through the club's retail channels.