The Diadora DD 11 K GX 14 football boots involve a classic ultra-soft Australian kangaroo leather upper with ‘Touch Control’ technology on the forefoot for an improved touch of the ball.

Its 3-layer construction keeps your feet dry while keeping moisture (water) and mud and debris (dirt) out, whereas you can find a thread of steel alloy at the sole of the boot that, pretty much similar to the adidas Predator’s PowerSpine and the Nike Elite series’ carbon-fibre, enforces the foot in key areas and reduces unwanted flex when striking the ball.

These boots, tipping the scales at the 300 g mark, include round studs under the metatarsal for reduced strain on the knees.

Italy’s long-time Diadora endorsee Antonio Cassano debuted the Diadora DD 11 K GX 14s with the Azzurri’s second goal in a Euro 2012 qualifier against Estonia last 3 June in Modena.