# Sock Hybrid Soccer Cleats Adidas Released a Surprising Knitted Football Shoe and Sock Combo By Janelle Savel | Published 2014-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitted-football-shoe References: [irishmirror.ie](http://www.irishmirror.ie/sport/soccer/soccer-news/adidas-unveil-football-boot-future-3213435) & [bleacherreport](http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1983139-adidas-invent-football-boot-thats-also-a-sock-worlds-first-hybrid) Iconic sportswear brand [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copa-mundial) has released the first ever [knitted football shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/football-boot) and sock in one. The Primeknit FS shoe and sock hybrid will come in black, white and red with traditional cleats on the sole. This is the world's only knitted cleat and sock hybrid, and the second-skin feel will give players a more comfortable fit. Unlike traditional soccer cleats, the Primeknit FS will improve contact between the foot and the ball; without laces, fabric or any other bulk, players will feel more connected to the ball and have more control and stability with it. This limited edition shoe will soon be made available to the public, and there is a lot of anticipation amongst its debut. With this release, Adidas is setting the bar high for competitors and the future of dependable soccer cleats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Knitted Football Shoes:** The knitted football shoe and sock hybrid introduces a lightweight, second-skin feel for enhanced comfort and ball control. - **Sock Hybrid Cleats:** The sock and cleat combination provides a seamless fit, improving contact between the foot and the ball for better control and stability. - **Disruptive Soccer Cleat Innovation:** Adidas' release of the knitted cleat and sock hybrid sets a new standard in comfort, fit, and performance for soccer footwear. ### Where This Applies - **Sportswear:** The sportswear industry can explore the development of more innovative and comfortable footwear options for athletes in various sports. - **Athletic Footwear:** The athletic footwear industry can incorporate knitted materials and hybrid designs to create lightweight, flexible, and high-performance shoes. - **Soccer Equipment:** The soccer equipment industry can focus on integrating new materials and design concepts into cleats to enhance player performance and comfort on the field. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soft Suede Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copa-mundial.md) - [Modern Updated Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-24.md) - [Updated Monochromatic Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-predator-1.md) - [Reimagined Lifestyle Sporty Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-freestyle.md) - [Tactical Football Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furon-v8.md) - [Athlete-Approved Football Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/football-boot.md) - [Bow-Adorned Lace Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-1.md) - [Sportwear Celebrity Fusion Tease](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylrk-x-adidas.md) - [Caribbean-Inspired Football Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energia-bo-kts.md)