Centre Midfielders Boots

In general, complete central midfielders require a wide range of skills other than fitness, since they need to tackle, dribble, shoot and pass during any match. In essence, a good central midfielder must be combative as well as creative. They occupy the most influential part of the pitch, so central midfielders are perhaps the most likely to influence the outcome of a match.

Boots for Central Midfield

The adidas nitrocharge 1.0 is an all out energy boot and suits the player labelled by the German brand as 'The Engine'. It boasts new innovations and technologies including the ENERGYSLING and ENERGYPULSE which offer increased energy output and the boot is headlined by several midfielders including Bayern Munich's Javi Martinez, AS Roma's Daniele De Rossi and Borussia Dortmund's Sven Bender.

Nike CTR360 Maestri's have an innovative design taking ball control to the next level. They help players to win the ball, keep control of the ball and distribute the ball, making them very popular with play making midfielders like Andrés Iniesta, Rafael van der Vaart and Fernando Gago. The latest edition is the Maestri III. Asymmetrical lacing increases the ball contact area, helping with control when using the lateral forefoot, whereas even the studs are designed with a unique configuration improving movement. The dampening pods at the forefoot of these football boots improve ball control by having cushioning properties. Passing is also more accurate due to the pods forming around the ball when the latter is struck as a result of the shape-correcting memory foam. Complementing the pods is a direct inject TPU pass pad on the in-step of the boot, again strategically placed to assist accurate ball distribution.

The Adidas Predator LZ II is worn by the likes of Samir Nasri, Xavi and Steven Gerrard and it suits a central midfielder as its designed for ultimate ball control as the main features five zones of technology which is perfect for ball control. The Drive, Sweet Spot, First Touch, Pass and Dribble zones of technology make the boot perfect for the central midfielder. This is one of the most popular midfielders boots on the market today.

The Puma Powercat is worn by the likes of Manchester United and England player Michael Carrick. The Powercat prededed the adiPower range. The Powercats have an injected 3D Power Shooting Techinology which provides the player with superior accuracy and shot power. The boot suits the central midfielder who wants to deliver an accurate pass and deadly shot.