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2025/ 26 seasons must have football boots

  • Writer: Amelie Kirk
    Amelie Kirk
  • Dec 10, 2025
  • 2 min read

Step onto the pitch with the boots that the WSL’s biggest stars swear by. From blistering speed to pinpoint control, these are the cleats powering some of the league’s most unstoppable players this season. Whether you’re chasing a goal or owning the defense, the right boot can make all the difference.


Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite

Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite | £225
Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite | £225

Who wears it: Lauren James (Chelsea), Beth Mead (Arsenal), Chloe Kelly (Arsenal)


The Mercurial Vapor is all about lightning speed. The 2025 edition feels impossibly light, with a low-cut fit that moves with your foot and traction designed for sudden turns. Wingers and forwards rely on it for explosive sprints and razor-sharp cuts that leave defenders in the dust.




Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Elite FG | £255
Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Elite FG | £255
Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Elite FG | £255
Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Elite FG | £255
Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Elite FG | £255
Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Elite FG | £255


Nike Mercurial Superfly 10 Elite 'Sam Kerr' | £198.99
Nike Mercurial Superfly 10 Elite 'Sam Kerr' | £198.99

Nike Mercurial Superfly 10 Elite 'Sam Kerr'


Sam Kerr is in a league of her own. This season she launched her first signature boot, the Mercurial Superfly 10 Player Edition.


It’s fast, it’s fierce and it’s made for her game. Every sprint, every cut, every goal feels like it was designed for her. The Mercurial has never looked so unstoppable.



Photo Credit; Nike
Photo Credit; Nike


Nike Tiempo Legend

Nike Tiempo Legend 10 Elite |
Nike Tiempo Legend 10 Elite |

Who wears it: Naomi Girma (Chelsea), Lucy Bronze (Chelsea)


The Tiempo Legend is built for precision and control. Soft leather and stable traction let defenders dominate every touch and move the ball confidently.


Girma and Bronze lead the WSL in this boot, proving defensive stars can perform and look sharp on every play.




Nike Tiempo Legend 10 Elite |
Nike Tiempo Legend 10 Elite |
Nike Tiempo Legend 10 Pro (Recycled Materials)
Nike Tiempo Legend 10 Pro (Recycled Materials)


Adidas Predator

Predator Elite Fold-Over Tongue Firm Ground Football Boots |
Predator Elite Fold-Over Tongue Firm Ground Football Boots |

Who wears it: Alessia Russo (Arsenal), Guro Reiten (Chelsea)


The Predator is built for power. Grip zones on the upper let forwards strike hard and bend shots with precision. These boots are made for players who want their game to match their ambition.




Predator Elite Fold-Over Tongue Firm Ground Football Boots (Orange/White) |
Predator Elite Fold-Over Tongue Firm Ground Football Boots (Orange/White) |
Predator Elite Fold-Over Tongue Firm Ground Football Boots (Red/White) |
Predator Elite Fold-Over Tongue Firm Ground Football Boots (Red/White) |
FUTURE 9 ULTIMATE FG Football Boots Unisex | £220
FUTURE 9 ULTIMATE FG Football Boots Unisex | £220

PUMA Futures


Who wears them: Alex Greenwood (Manchester City), Maya Le Tissier (Manchester United)


PUMA boots are made for quick moves and effortless control. Lightweight, flexible, and built for sharp turns, they let defenders and midfielders shine in tight spaces.


Greenwood and Le Tissier show that you can be fast, agile, and stylish all at once.



FUTURE 9 ULTIMATE FG Football Boots Unisex | £220
FUTURE 9 ULTIMATE FG Football Boots Unisex | £220
PUMA King Pro FG/AG Formula - White/Bluemazing/Flat Light Gray Women | £190
PUMA King Pro FG/AG Formula - White/Bluemazing/Flat Light Gray Women | £190

The WSL is full of talent and these boots show how style meets performance. From Mercurials for lightning-fast forwards to Tiempos for rock-solid defenders, every player has a signature move and of course; a signature boot. Pick the pair that matches your game and make every touch count.

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