Origin

In 1874,Sam Weller Widdowson of Nottingham Forest first used shin guards based on his experience in cricket (note that he put them outside his socks at that time).Football leg equipment originated in the 1920s,when long wool socks were used.Shin guards began to appear around the 1930s.The socks wrapped outside became the football socks used today over time.

Function

• It can absorb leg sweat and keep the instep dry, which is helpful to maintain foot feel.
• Wearing football socks can prevent players from directly shoveling into the legs of other players during tackles.Football shoes are equipped with studs to reduce injuries in the event of an accident.
• When the temperature is low,football socks can also play a role in keeping warm.
• Wrap shin guards to tighten the calf muscles,which is helpful for calf strength.
• When players catch the ball,socks can reduce the force of the ball to a certain extent,play a cushioning role,and reduce the probability of leg muscle injuries.

How To Choose Between Long,Short,And Medium Socks?

1. Because everyone's leg shape is different,the choice of football socks must be based on personal needs,and there is no fixed length standard.However,in official competitions,it is recommended to choose long or medium tubes (choose according to the specific height ratio).At least the socks must be long enough to cover the shin guards,so that they can play a secondary fixation role.It must be ensured that the shin guards on the calves are in place.It won't fall off during intense competition.
2. If you are prone to falling down or getting scratched when playing football,it is also recommended to wear stockings,which can protect the skin of the calf over a larger area and prevent the injury from spreading further.In addition,stockings can tighten the calf muscles.After long-term exercise,blood will gather in the legs,causing soreness in the calf.Wearing stockings can effectively relieve this pain.
3. And if you are not a player who usually collides violently,do not often participate in games,and occasionally play football and just jog easily for sweating entertainment,you can choose short socks with relatively high leg comfort.

Material

1. Different materials will solve different problems. Anyone who knows how to choose clothes should choose pure cotton.But strictly speaking,socks are not 100% cotton.Generally,the cotton yarn content of socks is between 60% and 85%.A certain amount of elasticity is required,and a certain amount of elastic fiber must be added during the weaving process.Professional player socks are generally made of Lycra cotton,but the biggest disadvantage is that the price is too high.
2. Old players prefer socks with towel soles.Towel soles have the best value for money.Towel soles are not only wear-resistant and durable,but also increase the surface area of the cotton,and the sweat absorption effect is better than socks without towel soles.In this way,the chance of rubbing your feet after playing football will be greatly reduced,because the socks are sweat-absorbent,and the sweat will not fill the shoes and cause slipping and blistering.The most important thing is that towel soles have the best value for money.

Pay Attention To Details When Choosing Soccer Socks

• Is the opening of the sock hemmed?

By hemming the opening of the sock,the sock can fit more naturally on the leg and look much more handsome and stylish.

• Is there an anti-slip design on the soles?

The anti-slip and wear-resistant soles of the feet are generally achieved by adding friction strips or woven stripes to the soles of the feet.The thickened soles are equipped with friction strips,which can effectively prevent the soles of the feet from sliding in the shoe compartment.

• Do the socks need to be tightened at the arch?

If you look carefully at the soccer socks you already have,you will find that a circle of tightening around the arch is a standard feature of good soccer socks.There is also a tightening design on the upper part of the ankle.These tightening vertical stripes can slow down the impact of the football to a certain extent.

• Are the toes seamless?

Small details that are easily overlooked can eliminate the worry of seams grinding your feet.

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