Why Do Some Soccer Players Cut the Heels Off Their Cleats?

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Why Do Some Soccer Players Cut the Heels Off Their Cleats?
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An image of Portugal forward Pedro Neto’s cleats at the World Cup has reignited a practice among some soccer players: modifying their cleats to relieve heel discomfort.

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