The Ultimate Guide: How to Clean Football Boots Properly

AKeeping your football boots clean isn't just about looking sharp on the pitch; it's essential for optimal performance, increased durability, and maintaining foot hygiene. Whether you're playing in wet and muddy winter leagues or dry and dusty summer tournaments, the condition of your boots can directly impact your game. This guide provides an in-depth, step-by-step cleaning routine using the full Clean Kick range from gloveglu to help you maintain your football boots like a pro.

Why You Should Clean Your Boots Regularly

AFootball boots face a lot of wear and tear. From damp pitches to abrasive artificial turf, your boots are constantly exposed to the elements. Here's why regular cleaning matters:

Performance: Dirt and mud reduce grip on the pitch and interfere with ball control.

Durability: A buildup of grime can break down materials and stitching.

Hygiene: Sweat, moisture, and bacteria create odours and may lead to foot health issues.Regular boot care not only makes your gear last longer but also helps you stay focused on your performance, not on discomfort or slipping studs.

Review of Clean Kick Football Boot Care

Clean Kick Foam

Clean = Confidence
White boots and white gloves is my go-to kit combination, but they've gotta be clean! Confidence is huge in football - for me, I can't even imagine walking out on to the pitch with dirty gear
Lewis Ward - Pro Goalkeeper.

What You'll Need: The Clean Kick Boot Care Arsenal

gloveglu's Clean Kick range is engineered for footballers who take their gear seriously. Here’s what to have in your kit:

Football boot cleaner: A fast-acting foam cleaner that lifts dirt and stains from the upper without saturating the material.

Football boot brush: A specially designed brush with pump-action foam delivery, perfect for stubborn mud.

Clean Kick Wash Concentrate: A powerful yet fabric-friendly cleaning solution for deep cleans.

Microfibre Towel: For wiping away foam and moisture.

Football boot odour prevention: Includes Stop 'em Smelling Spray and Clean Kick Deodourizer Pills for long-lasting freshness.

Step-by-Step Boot Cleaning Process

AStep 1: Add Concentrated Cleaner
Add Clean Kick Concentrate for extra dirty boots, dried-on stains and to remove mud from your studs/moulds. Perfect for a deep clean.

Step 2: Scrub with the Pump Brush
Use the specially designed Clean Kick Pump Brush to remove stains and dried-on mud. Release wash and water whilst scrubbing using the pump. The brush will easily remove dried on dirt from the boot and studs.

Step 3: Apply Clean Kick Foam
After removing the tough dried on dirt, apply 5-7 Pumps of Clean Kick Foam to your boot upper to tackle the remaining stains.

Step 4: Work into boot with sponge
Use a soft sponge to remove the surface dirt - This process will leave your boots looking brand new!

Step 5: Dry the boots
Use a towel to speed up the process. Always leave boots to dry in a cool, well ventilated space. Avoid direct sunlight and heat.

Step 6: Prevent odour with Stop 'em Smelling
Straight after washing, simply spray 5-7 sprays of Stop 'em Smelling completely inside the football boots.

Step 7: Ensure freshness with Deodourizers
Insert your Clean Kick Deodourizers for maximum football boot odour prevention

Bonus Tips for Long-Term Boot Care

1. Store boots in a breathable bag, not plastic, to prevent mould.

2. Clean after every match or training session to reduce deep-clean frequency.

3. Use Clean Kick Foam for quick touch-ups mid-week.

4. Dirty and stained laces? Try soaking them with warm water and Clean Kick Concentrate. Rub them with a sponge to reveal clean laces

Conclusion

ATaking five to ten minutes after each game to clean your boots with gloveglu's Clean Kick range can drastically improve your game-day experience. Clean boots don’t just look great—they perform better, last longer, and smell a whole lot nicer. Whether you play twice a week or once a month, proper boot care is a winning habit worth forming.