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Official team and match socks

Soccer socks

Soccer socks do more than complete the uniform: they hold the shin guard in place, manage sweat and prevent blisters. Here you'll find team, match and grip models from Puma, Joma, Diadora, Uhlsport and Umbro.

Team, match or grip socks?

Team socks carry the club's official colours, often sold in multiple pairs. Match socks focus on comfort and hold over 90 minutes. Grip socks have rubber dots inside that keep the foot from sliding in the boot — a stability gain valued by outfield players and keepers alike.

Wearing the shin guard with the sock

The soccer sock has to fully cover the shin guard — a rule in most leagues. A well-fitted sock, neither too loose nor too tight, keeps the guard in place without cutting off circulation.

What size and material?

Soccer socks are generally sold by shoe-size ranges (junior, youth, adult). A breathable material with heel and toe reinforcement lasts longer and prevents blisters better. Some players cut the foot off the team sock and wear it over a grip sock — the best of both worlds.

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What's the difference between team, match and grip socks?
Team socks carry the club's official colours. Match socks focus on comfort and hold over 90 minutes. Grip socks have rubber dots inside that keep the foot from sliding in the boot, for more stability.

Does the sock have to cover the shin guard?
Yes. In most leagues, the shin guard must be fully covered by the sock. Choose a sock long enough and well-fitted to keep the guard in place for the whole match.

How do I choose my soccer sock size?
Socks are generally sold by shoe-size ranges: junior, youth and adult. Go by the size marked on the packaging. A sock that's too big bunches up and causes blisters; too small, it compresses the calf.

What is a grip sock?
It's a sock with rubber dots inside the sole that keep the foot from sliding in the boot during planting and direction changes. Increasingly popular with outfield players and keepers alike.

Can you wear a team sock over a grip sock?
Yes, it's common practice: many players cut the foot off the team sock and wear it over a grip sock. You keep the official colours while getting the grip sock's traction.

What material should you favour?
A breathable material with heel and toe reinforcement lasts longer and prevents blisters better. A bit of calf compression helps with hold and comfort over long matches.