16 Oct 2015 13:14:00
Ed's, a couple of questions. Firstly, do you think Klopp's intense full throttle training methods may exasperate our injury list further? Under BR, I felt many of the players didn't look 100% fit. It seems Klopp demands the players are at their peak (as he should). I know this has happened several times before, not necessarily with Liverpool. Secondly, what are your thoughts on the interesting articles emerging about about ACL injuries in 2015 and the boots the players where wearing when injured? It seems Nike has a lot to answer for if proven. Ings and Gomez both wore Nike boots. Thanks YNWA

{Ed001's Note - Klopp's methods will not exasperate it, the lack of fitness will be an issue, but over time it should lead to less injuries as the players become stronger.

This has been known for a while, there have been links to different types of studs etc for years, but nothing is being done. It is odd when the sportspeople are worth so much to the clubs, yet they are so unprofessional in the way they manage them and the equipment they use.}

1.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 13:54:22
Ed001, not really relevant I know, but you seem rather educated in all things football. What boots do you consider the best in this modern day? I've been looking at purchasing a pair of pantofola d'oro's recently, what do you think? Also, has anyone noticed how absurdly ridiculous it is to find a pair of boots that aren't illuminous pink or green! What happened to good old fashioned black?!

{Ed001's Note - I have no idea to be honest, and it is really a personal preference thing.}

2.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 14:57:52
I strongly advice everyone i know against wearing Nike boots. They're more style than substance imo

3.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 15:10:11
Ed1 with quite a few injuries mate, which players do you see getting a chance from the U21s or who so you feel is more ready mate?

4.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 16:10:57
Adidas Copa Mondial. They're not 'sexy, ' but they're a quality built boot -- German made, incidentally, not some sweatshop in south-east Asia -- with quality materials. They've been made since about 1980-ish, and while they haven't changed much, it's for a reason. They're a moderate price, generally, but genuine quality. The only thing they lack, perhaps, is a bit of sexiness. But if you're not looking for neon, that's probably not your concern.

{Ed023's Note - My favourite boots to wear}

5.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 16:20:50
I live in Spain and generally they are mostly 3g pitches where I am based. A lad who plays for the team I do had his brand new (expensive) Nike boots for "Artificial/ 3G pitches". 2nd time he wore them he went into a challenge and his boot ripped clean in half and had it not been for the opponent pulling out of the Challenge he could have had a nasty injury himself. Boots are getting more expensive, yet more flimsy and less protective and last less time. Rediculous! Gimme a pair of Puma kings any day!

6.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 16:20:50
Adidas Copas are quality boots. I've always had a soft spot for Puma Kings as well. Both good boots.

7.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 16:28:49
Ahoy – was always a Patrick man myself (Keegan, Liverpool, Platini & Diablo models were my 4 career favourites)

{Ed023's Note - All the users named Patrick step forward, Boiled Onions is looking for a date}

8.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 16:37:44
Note to all Patricks – I’m not that easy you’ve got to take me to the pictures first (hint -you stand a better chance if you’re wearing Lois courdroy’s too)

{Ed023's Note - LOL}

9.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 16:38:29
Or even exacerbate

10.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 18:03:56
Adidas world cups also.

11.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 19:07:34
Do they still make adidas predator? What a pair of boots they were, I think I had the ones Stevie had in 01/02 season with the grip on the inside for curve apparently lol. Cost me 120 quid but lasted me a good few years.

12.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 20:33:17
Adidas Copa Mudial is the best brand of boots of all time.

13.) 16 Oct 2015
16 Oct 2015 22:20:57
Copa Mundials are the best for everything, bar a competitive game. Depends what standard you're playing, but I doubt you'll see many Copa's the higher up you play. I do have a pair, but rate the Adipure I or the Accelerator as the best I've used for a competitive game.

Old school Puma kings were good too. Mizuno have had some decent pairs, Umbro Speciali, Alan Shearer specials were top boots too. Tunits killed it with a few pairs also. Ah, just name practically every boot, lol.