Explained: Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?

Footballers have a logical, scientific reason for cutting holes in the long socks they wear during games - GOAL brings you everything you need to know

Explained: Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?

Explained: Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?

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Explained: Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?

Explained: Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?

Extra Long, Over the Knee Padded Football Scrunch Socks (Black

Extra Long, Over the Knee Padded Football Scrunch Socks (Black

Explained: Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?

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