Football boots: other brands

What is a "different brand" football boot?

A football boot from a different brand is a pair of studs designed by a supplier that isn't one of the top four most common on French pitches. This selection includes football boots and indoor models from brands New Balance, Under Armour, Skechers, Joma, and Kappa, in adult and junior sizes. The idea is simple: same uses, same types of soles, and same levels of quality as the big suppliers, but with designs that are less frequently seen in the changing room. It's also a way to stand out from the boots that half the team is already wearing, while still sticking to models designed for club play.

New Balance, Under Armour, Skechers, Joma: brand-specific pages

Each brand has its own page, if you already know where you want to go:

• The page New Balance features the Furon and Tekela ranges, available from Team to Pro and Elite levels, in both firm ground and hybrid versions.
• The page Under Armour includes the Magnetico and Shadow lines, offered in several quality levels on the same silhouette.
• The page Skechers features the SKX and Razor ranges, the latest addition among stud brands.
• The page Joma is the one to check out for futsal and indoor, with indoor models like the Tactico, Mundial, and Skilful.
• The page Diadora and the page Kelme complete the selection, which you can check when looking for a pair outside the most common references.

The Kappa shoes, such as the Gyra and the Kombat, can be directly checked on this page. And if you want to compare with the big suppliers before making a decision, the pages Nike, adidas, Puma, and Mizuno are nearby, and the page football boots gathers everything.

What ranges can be found in this selection?

The ranges available are few but clearly defined, making the choice quicker than on more crowded catalogs. At New Balance, the Furon and Tekela share the offer, with Team, Pro, and Elite versions corresponding to increasing quality levels based on a single design. Under Armour works the same way with the Magnetico and Shadow, each available in Select, Pro, and Elite. Skechers offers the SKX and Razor, also available in Academy and Elite, while Kappa has the Gyra in Pro and Elite. Finally, Joma is mainly present in the indoor category with its indoor models.

The key principle to remember applies to all these brands: within the same line, the name following indicates the level of the pair, not a different use. A Furon Team and a Furon Pro are made for the same player and the same style of play, with materials and fit that improve incrementally. The choice is therefore made first on the range, then on the level, and finally on the sole.

FG, AG, MG, IC, TG: which sole for which ground?

The acronym at the end of the name indicates the ground for which the pair is intended, and this is the criterion that should guide your purchase before the brand. FG refers to studs for natural dry and firm ground, the most common case in clubs. AG corresponds to artificial turf, with shorter and more numerous studs. MG is a mixed sole, designed to switch between natural and synthetic without changing pairs. IC indicates indoor models, with flat soles and sticky rubber, and TG refers to multi-stud short soles for stabilised surfaces or very hard grass.

If you play on only one type of ground, take the dedicated sole. If your club alternates between grass and synthetic throughout the week, an MG sole avoids the need to buy two pairs. To compare brands and surfaces all on one screen, the page grounds classifies shoes by type of surface.

Why choose a less common brand?

Choosing a less common brand often allows access to a higher quality level for a given budget, as these ranges are less driven by brand recognition. It's also about foot shape: each supplier has its own lasts, and a player who feels confined in one silhouette may sometimes find a better fit in another brand. Wide-footed players, in particular, benefit from trying multiple brands rather than sticking to a model that doesn't fit. Lastly, a less common pair stands out in the changing room at the first glance.

Adult, junior, turf, or indoor: who are these shoes for?

This selection covers adult sizes and junior versions of the same models, for both eleven-a-side football and indoor play. The studded shoes are intended for training and matches on grass or synthetic, while indoor models are made for futsal and gym sessions, with a sole that doesn’t mark the surface. A player who practices both will need two distinct pairs: a studded sole is unusable indoors, and vice versa. Be sure to check your gym’s rules, as some require non-marking soles.

Where to find good deals on these shoes?

Discounts on football shoes are concentrated on a few pages of the site, which remain in place all year round and change content with the seasons. The page football shoe discounts gathers pairs that have been marked down, regardless of brand, and the page shoe clearance features end-of-line items and remaining sizes from previous collections. For a broader overview, the shoe bargains gather all current offers.

The calendar plays a big role. The Black Friday football shoes kicks off the busiest period of the year, followed by the holiday season, when a pair of studs often makes it onto the gift list. Next come the winter sales, then the French Days in spring, before the summer sales. In between, the page special offers and the general page bargains take over.

Two other times are worth noting. At the launch of new collections, the new football shoes show what's coming in, and the models from the previous season gradually shift to the promo pages. And if your current pair fails before a match, the shoes shipped in 24h reduce the waiting time.

Frequently asked questions

Are football shoes from less known brands less durable?

Durability depends more on the quality level and ground type than on the logo. An entry-level pair used on abrasive synthetic will wear out quickly, whatever the brand, while a Pro or Elite model used on the surface it's designed for should typically last. The point to watch is the compatibility between the sole and the playing surface, rather than the name of the supplier.

Do these shoes fit like Nike or adidas?

Not necessarily, as each brand has its own foot shape and width. Some silhouettes are known to be narrow, while others are roomier in the front, which may justify needing to size up or down half a size from your usual fit. The safest approach is to refer to the size guide on each product page rather than automatically taking the size of your previous pair.

Can I use FG studs on synthetic?

It's possible occasionally, but it's not the intended use and it speeds up sole wear. On synthetic grass, an AG sole distributes pressure better and limits stress on the knee and ankle. If you alternate between the two surfaces, an MG sole remains the most economical compromise.

Do these brands offer models for children?

Yes, several ranges exist in junior versions, based on the same silhouette as the adult version with a suitable fit. Available sizes vary by model and stock, and they are indicated directly on each product page. For a growing child, a mixed sole avoids the need to multiply pairs during the same season.

What is the best time to buy a pair at a discounted price?

The largest price drops happen around Black Friday, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, and the summer sales. Another good time is when a new collection arrives: the previous season's models then move to the clearance and discount pages. Outside these periods, the bargains page remains the quickest reference point.