Adidas Predator Pulse review: A fresh take on an icon of the game

In our Adidas Predator Pulse review, we take a look at a classic look updated for the modern era

Adidas Predator Pulse
(Image: © Adidas)

FourFourTwo Verdict

This is how to update a classic: the Adidas Predator Pulse cleats are classy, comfy and tailor-made for the modern midfield metronome

Pros

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    Beautiful colourways

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    Dripping in nostalgia

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    Feels lighter and comfier than the 2004 models

Cons

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    A little heavy and clunky, compared to Adidas X cleats

For our Adidas Predator Pulse review, we tested the firm ground studs.

The best soccer cleats for midfielders are the Adidas Predator Pulse – without a shadow of a doubt. These 2004 classics were simply made for the likes of David Beckham, Steven Gerrard and Michael Ballack to dictate the centre of the park.

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Mark White
Content Editor

Mark White has been at on FourFourTwo since joining in January 2020, first as a staff writer before becoming content editor in 2023. An encyclopedia of football shirts and boots knowledge – both past and present – Mark has also represented FFT at both FA Cup and League Cup finals (though didn't receive a winners' medal on either occasion) and has written pieces for the mag ranging on subjects from Bobby Robson's season at Barcelona to Robinho's career. He has written cover features for the mag on Mikel Arteta and Martin Odegaard, and is assisted by his cat, Rosie, who has interned for the brand since lockdown.