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Nike Anti-Clog Traction Tested by Professionals in Club World Cup Final

Professional footballers from Real Madrid have provided on-pitch validation of Nike’s anti-clog outsole technology during the Club World Cup final. The inn

By The Boot Room Editorial Team · Jul 17, 2026 · 2 min read
Nike anti-clog gets tested by professionals

Professional footballers from Real Madrid have provided on-pitch validation of Nike’s anti-clog outsole technology during the Club World Cup final. The innovative outsoles, introduced in March 2016, are designed to prevent mud from sticking to the soleplate and maintain traction in damp or adverse pitch conditions.

Real Madrid Defenders Put Anti-Clog to the Test

Sergio Ramos and Dani Carvajal wore Nike Tiempo Legend boots equipped with the anti-clog outsole during the final against Kashima Antlers. The defenders experienced the technology first-hand on a pitch that was likely damp or damaged due to winter weather. The anti-clog feature is considered especially useful during colder months when pitches are more susceptible to moisture and wear.

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As the image shows, the outsole performed as intended — no grass or mud appeared stuck to it, thanks to a lubricant effect. Importantly, the outsole delivers its best performance when moistened before use.

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Comparison with Standard Outsole

Cristiano Ronaldo played the same match wearing his usual Nike Mercurial Superfly with a mixed stud pattern that does not include anti-clog technology. Under identical pitch and weather conditions, his boots did not perform as well in preventing mud buildup, as visible in the images. This direct comparison reinforces that the anti-clog feature effectively prevents mud from clogging the sole plate while maintaining traction in challenging playing conditions.

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