Does the modern soccer equipment make a difference in the game?
Why? Modern equipment can make a great player better. Realistically, an average player will not see a difference in their game if they wear the Adidas Copa Mundial shoe (made 25 years ago and hasn’t changed since) or the Adidas Predator Absolute TRX FG with laser-engraved rubber for better ball control and the numerous other enhancements it features. I do believe the top players can make a shot swerve a little more and a pass a little more accurate because of the additional features in today’s shoes, balls and equipment. The manufacturers seem to share this opinion, too. The price of the top level footwear and equipment is much more than the mid-range and entry level equipment. A top level player that invests more time to training will also expect to invest more money in his/her equipment. So, every player and every level can find the right combination of gear to match their game. Soccer is an amazing sport that lets the whole world onto its field. Every person can play with just a sim
