All about futsal shoes

Football is football, right? Although some inexperienced people may think that this is the case, we are sorry to tell you that there are many forms of football and not all of them are as similar as some people think. Indoor football is one of these cases and we’d like to share with you the greatest difference between indoor football shoes and regular football boots.

22 November 2024 - Written by Alevtina Petrova

Indoor football trainers vs turf

When we talk about futsal, we usually think of a sports hall or an indoor pitch. However, futsal is not just that, it can be played on a variety of different types of surfaces. So it seems logical that depending on the terrain you play on, your shoes will have to adapt to it and be your faithful ally.

One of the most common courts, as we have already mentioned, is the wooden floor and indoor court. For these types of surfaces it makes sense to use shoes with a flat sole for better grip and stability. Indoor football is known for being in constant contact with the ball, for stepping on the ball, and for being a reactive sport. That's why you need shoes that are adapted to the reality of your game and your needs, so indoor football trainers will play that role very well.


On the other hand, if we are facing a rough and abrasive ground, such as concrete, astroturf football boots will be better. Why? Simple. The sole will wear out gradually and the upper of the boots is ready to suffer more extreme conditions on the ground, which will compensate for your inversion with durability.


We have already noted that the flatter the sole, the more grip it has. However, there are players who prefer to feel the ground closer, so they use trainers for indoor football  on concrete courts. The lifespan of these shoes will be jeopardised, but it all depends on the feelings you like to have while playing. On the contrary, turf boots cannot be used on indoor surfaces, as the studs mark the ground and you will lose a lot of grip. In short: the indoor sole is for indoor pitches and polished concrete pitches and the turf sole is for outdoor pitches and first-generation artificial grass.

Cheap futsal shoes, worth giving them a go?

After having introduced the main differences in futsal footwear that are advised to wear depending on the ground where you play, let's talk now about basics: the feeling and the performance. In terms of feelings, it is very important that the player is comfortable with his shoes, that's why you must know your preferences very well. Some players prefer leather shoes and others choose synthetic materials. Another aspect to take into account is the shape of the shoe: is it wider or narrower, does it have special protections or is the toe cap thinner to better feel the ball? Here are some examples:

Great comfort, lightness and durability with a narrow shape.

Reinforced toe cap for greater durability and perfect grip.

Additional ankle support to feel safer during your toe twist.

Also, we often hesitate to choose a cheaper model in order to save some money. In terms of futsal, shoes are usually cheaper than football boots, but it all depends on the quality of the shoes you want to get. Nowadays several brands offer good options at a very affordable price. Where to buy futsal shoes online? Fútbol Emotion is always a good choice where you can find great options as the following ones:


Made with leather, it provides good flexibility, resistance and perspiration to the shoe. Helping the control and the beginning of the career of the athletes.


Designed to make turns easier without losing any stability and protecting the joints involved in those movements.

Bear in mind that you are likely to need more than one pair of shoes per season, so you can have one pair for training and one for matches. In addition, if you have a kid who plays on different surfaces, you will also have to choose futsal shoes and boots for your children.

Which is the best footwear for playing futsal? 

We trust your opinion after having read this post. Let us know about your sensations on the floor and don’t forget to keep up to date with our newsletter to not miss any valuable information from our football experts!

Here is our selection of some of the models we have presented in this post:

Indoor boots Top Sala Competition 23 .3 IN Black-White-Solar Yellow
Indoor boots Top Sala Competition 23 .3 IN Black-White-Solar Yellow
-33%
€43.99
€66.11
Indoor boots Fresh Foam Audazo V6 Command IN Purple
Indoor boots Fresh Foam Audazo V6 Command IN Purple
-26%
€42.99
€57.84
Indoor boots Gresca White-Blue-Caramel
Indoor boots Gresca White-Blue-Caramel
€73.99


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