Football News - International Boot Spotting 16/06/09
With the Confederations Cup now well underway, our intrepid boot spotters have been keeping an eagle eye out for all the latest releases on the pitches in both South Africa and Sweden...
DANIELE DE ROSSI adidas Predator Confederations football boots De Rossi banished any bad memories of a sending off in Gelsenkirchen the last time these two countries met with a sweet drive from the edge of the box. Wearing the soon to be released Confederations Predator boots, the Roma hitman inflicted the punishment to 10 man USA with this vital goal.
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CLINT DEMPSEY Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly football boots Despite being presented with custom Superfly's before the Confeds, Fulham hero Dempsey chose to play in the delayed-but-soon-to-be-released Platinum/Hot Red Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly football boots as the USA took on Italy. Always a danger, Dempsey alone couldn't help his side crash to defeat against the Azzurri but is always guaranteed to impress with his choice of footwear.
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ANDREAS PIRLO Nike Tiempo Legend III football boots Still a class act, Pirlo's choice of the new Tiempo Legend III boots as matchday attire reflects his exceptional touch, vision and game. Such a classically styled boot is often overlooked in these days of macaw green F50s and Orange Blaze T90s, but make no mistake the Tiempo Legend III is still a solid choice for players who really deliver on the pitch.
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GIANLUIGI BUFFON Puma King XL Italia football boots
Legendary 'keeper Buffon took to the pitch last night kitted out from head to toe in special Confederations gear, including these superb Puma King XL Italia boots. Buffon was joined by team-mate Giorgio Chiellini who also sported the limited edition Kings, as the Azzurri ran out 3-1 winners against the USA.
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ELANO Nike T90 Laser II LTD football boots
It's not just Fernando Torres that likes the new Orange Blaze Laser II's, as we could have picked any number of top pro's who have been spotted playing in these striking new boots. So here's Brazil's Elano wearing these new releases, celebrating a goal with Vapor V wearing Luis Fabiano.
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KAKA
adidas adiPure II football boots
A last minute penalty from the new Real Madrid man secured a vital win in the thrilling 4-3 match with Egypt. Always up with the latest style, Kaka has switched to the new Black/Gold adiPure II boots which only add to his undoubted class on the pitch.
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