Best kids' football boots to buy including popular Adidas and Nike options

Daily Mirror

21-07-2025

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An Adidas Predator football boot on top of a Puma Premier League match ball (Image: Photo by Joe Prior/Visionhaus via Getty Images)
If your little one is keen on a pair of football boots, you're in for a treat with numerous enticing deals and offers available this summer. From well-known brands like Nike and Adidas to lesser-known treasures, there's something to suit every taste.
Choosing the ideal pair of boots for your child can be tricky, considering factors like growth spurts, changing trends and playing surfaces. While style matters, it's crucial that the boots you purchase are comfortable and provide adequate protection against injuries.
Although many professional players nowadays opt for laceless designs, laced boots remain a dependable option offering solid support and a snug fit. With a plethora of choices out there, we've selected some of the top kids' football boots available this summer.
The Adidas Predator League with a fold-over tongue is one of the most sought-after pairs of kids' football boots at Sports Direct this summer, boasting 133 five-star reviews. The rubber 'Strikescale fins' on the instep, iconic fold-over tongue and a flexible 'Hybridfeel' upper are designed to enhance control and improve ball-striking.
The boot is 100 per cent synthetic across the upper parts, lining and sole. Slashed from a RRP of £59.99 to just £50, there's a choice of five snazzy colourways for your little one: White/Black/Lemon, Black/Grey, White/Pink, Red/White, and White/Black/Gold.
Recent reviews on Sports Direct are raving about the Adidas Predator League boots, with all of the last three giving it a top-notch five-star rating. A chuffed parent, known as 'Mcil', gushed: "Cool pair of football boots. Got these for my son for his birthday, and he loves them! They look great and are a perfect fit."
The Adidas Predator League Fold-Over Tongue Children's Firm Ground Football Boots (Image: Sports Direct: https://www.sportsdirect.com/adidas-predator-league-fold-over-tongue-childrens-firm-ground-football-boots-080474#colcode=08047430)
Bag a bargain for your footie-mad kids with the Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Club boots, now at a steal with JD Sports' hefty discount. Crafted from robust synthetic leather and adorned with textured details, these boots mean business.
The iconic Mercurials, debuted by Brazilian superstar Ronaldo in the 1998 World Cup, boast a plastic plated underfoot and firm ground molded studs for unbeatable grip. Snap them up for a mere £20 at JD Sports – that's a whopping 56 per cent off the original price of £45.
Plus, you can add a personal touch with up to six characters – just remember personalised gear can't be returned and might take an extra eight to ten days to arrive.
The Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Club boots (Image: JD Sports: https://www.jdsports.co.uk/product/black-nike-mercurial-vapor-16-club-fg-children/19649763/#!)
For the budding footballer, the Concave Kids Volt+ boots are sensibly priced and ideal for those just kicking off their football journey. Featuring an 'ultra-thin PU' synthetic upper, these boots promise to shape to your child's feet for supreme ball control.
The boots also incorporate 'Powerstrike technology' on the upper part of the laces to facilitate a cleaner contact with the ball. Concave also touts a dual-lacing system for a snug fit.
You can snag a pair of Concave Kids Volt+ boots on Pro Direct for a mere £15, reduced from £45. While they're one of the most budget-friendly options for your child this summer, one review suggests they may not be the best choice for those with wide feet.
The Concave Kids Volt+ FG boots in black and white on Pro Direct (Image: Pro Direct: https://www.prodirectsport.com/soccer/p/concave-kids-volt-fg-youths-soccer-cleats-firm-ground-black-white-141932/)