The nail-looking materials under the soles of a
pair of soccer shoes are called, cleats. Cleats are also known as studs. These
materials protruding underneath soccer shoes serve great purpose in preventing
players to slip from soft or slippery surfaces. In the early days of soccer,
cleats were made of metal, but through various innovations, materials can now
range from aluminum, plastic, or rubber-made cleats.
This added material under the soles provides
protection to players and is an invention that is very useful in the game of
soccer. Brands like Nike, Adidas, and Puma are famous for making these kinds of
football shoes.
