Football boots Puma King

Eusébio, Pelé, Cruyff, Maradona: a lineage of legends

The King emerged in the sixties, initially linked with the Portuguese Eusébio. In 1970, Pelé wore them in the World Cup final won by Brazil, his third world title. Four years later, Johan Cruyff, wearing Puma, was named the best player of the 1974 World Cup, and in 1986, Diego Maradona scored the goal of the century against England with them. Few boots can claim such a legacy, and it is this heritage that the King continues today in a modern form.

Future, Ultra and the full range of Puma models

If you're looking for more agility in your dribbling, the Future offers a compression-fit design aimed at creators. Players who rely on speed will prefer the lighter Ultra. To see the full brand collection, the Puma page brings together all the ranges.

From kangaroo leather to K-Better

For decades, the King has been synonymous with kangaroo leather, valued for its fineness and ability to mold to the foot. In 2023, Puma replaced this leather on the King Ultimate with K-Better, a synthetic material mainly made of nylon microfiber, with a portion recycled. The brand claims it offers a feel similar to leather, more durability, and a fit that lasts longer. Previous generations, like the King Platinum or King Top, remain in leather for those who swear by it.

Which King soleplate for which surface

The King covers all surfaces for amateur football. The FG/AG is for dry natural grass as well as recent synthetic, the SG version with screw-in studs grips on wet winter pitches, and the TT, with small rubber studs, is made for stabilized surfaces, hard synthetic, and five-a-side football. In terms of range, the Ultimate is the top option, the Pro targets competitive players, and the Match, more robust, is suitable for both training and leisure. Defenders and holding midfielders find a protective and stable fit here.

A King on sale at the right time

The King updates less frequently than speed boots, making every visit to the Promotions page interesting, especially during Black Friday and the holiday season. Winter sales and the French Days in spring follow, then the summer sales. At the start of training, the Clearance section may hide a King in leather from a previous generation.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Puma King suitable for defenders?

It's a logical choice for a defender: its enveloping and stable fit reassures in duels and long passes. It also serves midfielders who frequently touch the ball and seek comfort for ninety minutes.

Does the Puma King run large?

It generally fits true to your usual size. The leather versions do stretch a bit over time, so choose them snug; the K-Better upper retains its shape and fits directly to your comfort size.

How to care for a leather King?

Clean it with a damp sponge after each match, let it air dry with newspaper inside, then nourish the leather with a suitable cream. Without maintenance, the kangaroo leather dries out, hardens, and eventually cracks.

Is a King in K-Better as comfortable as leather?

Puma claims that K-Better provides a touch similar to kangaroo leather with better durability. In terms of fit, the difference primarily lies in the break-in time: the synthetic feels comfortable from the first sessions, whereas leather requires a few training sessions.

Is the Puma King heavy?

No, modern versions are much lighter than the old King, even if they prioritize comfort over the hunt for the lightest weight. A player looking primarily for pure speed will find something lighter in a sprint shoe.