From the pitch to the streets, women's soccer is on fire. And so is the cleat game. It's no surprise that cleats are evolving as the game evolves, from unique styles to maximum comfort.
INDIVISA offers your guide to the must-have cleats worn by your favorite female footy stars.
Nike Mercurial
Sarah Gordon, Allie Long, Jenna Nighswonger – everybody has got them on. The Mercurial is a no-nonsense cleat designed for players who live for the thrill of the chase. Sleek, lightweight, and deadly, these cleats dominate.
Nike Phantom
Alex Morgan’s cleat of choice, where precision meets power. The Phantom is all about control. With its game-changing tech and striking design, it's the perfect weapon.
Adidas Speedflow
The Speedflow is a predator on the pitch. Its explosive speed and locked-in fit make it a favorite among players. If you're all about leaving defenders in the dust, this is your cleat. You’ll always see USWNT captain Lindsey Horan sporting this one. But let's be real. While big brands dominate the cleat game, the truth is, women's feet are unique and deserve better.
IDA
Female athletes have been sidelined for too long when it comes to footwear. Enter IDA. Founded by world-record-holding Laura Youngson, IDA is on a mission to equip female athletes with cleats that actually fit and perform. It all started with a mountain, some seriously tough women, and a whole lot of pain. Climbing Kilimanjaro to play a soccer match was epic, but the cleats? Not so much. Youngson and her team were forced to wear men's boots, a painful reminder of the industry’s frequent disregard for female athletes.
Enough was enough. Teaming up with soccer pro Ben Sandhu, Youngson created IDA. Their goal? To design cleats that were built for women, by women. No more compromises. IDA isn’t just about making cleats; it’s about creating a community. They're listening to athletes, pushing boundaries, and proving that "unisex" is a tired excuse. Women’s feet have different structures compared to men’s, needing footwear that is specifically designed to provide optimal support, comfort, and performance.
With IDA, women can finally step onto the field with confidence, knowing their feet are in good hands (so to speak).
Now, the official cleat of the Women’s Premier Soccer League, IDA makes waves. Given the brand's focus on performance and comfort, it's only a matter of time before we see more high-profile athletes sporting IDA cleats. IDA is here to stay. It’s a new era, one in which performance, comfort, and style meet on the pitch.