The Hidden Struggle of Soccer's Elite: Why Cut Heels Are Just the Tip of the Iceberg The recent images of Pedro Neto playing in cut heeled cleats at the World Cup have sparked a mix of amusement and curiosity among fans.
Behind this peculiar trend lies a more complex story about the physical toll of professional soccer on its players.
For years, top tier soccer players have been modifying their cleats to mitigate friction and pressure on their heels.