Womens wide fit football boots are chosen by model, not by the womens label. We found no separate womens last that is known as wide in our sources, and most lines have unisex sizing. So you look for a wide model, work out your size from your foot length and check that your size is available in the version you want.
Below you will read which models suit a wide foot, how to deal with unisex sizes and what to do when a wide forefoot comes with a narrow heel. The list at the top of the page shows the three best scoring models for wide feet.
Yes, but not as a separate womens last. Wide football boots are models with a wide last, and they are made for everyone. In some retailers’ ranges a part of the boots is labelled womens. Most lines, however, have unisex sizing, with no separate womens version.
Womens-specific editions do exist, and at least some are positioned for narrower feet. For a wide foot that is the wrong direction. So with a womens label, look at the line and not at the word womens.
The width of a boot comes from the last and the material. That applies to men, women and children. A wide womens foot has the same things to look at as a wide mens foot: where is the pressure, how adjustable are the laces and does the material stretch. For the full picture of wide models, see the best football boots for wide feet.
Our verdicts come from manufacturer information, fit notes from retailers and player experiences. These are models that suit a wide foot and also come in smaller sizes. Always check which sizes are in stock at the retailer.
- Puma King 20: wide through the heel, midfoot, forefoot and soleplate. It runs short, so usually half a size up.
- Nike Phantom 6: the widest Nike. Junior sizes consistently run wider according to our sources, which is relevant for small feet.
- adidas Copa Pure IV: roomy forefoot, calfskin that stretches and a separate tongue with laces. We advise against the laceless version.
- New Balance 442 v3: reasonably wide, with a separate tongue and, on selected colours, in 2E. A 442 Academy Wide exists for juniors.
- Nike Tiempo Ligera Pro: separate tongue, suits a wide and a narrow heel.
- Mizuno Morelia II: kangaroo leather on a wider last, which suits wide and narrow feet according to our sources. Note that the Morelia Neo V is a different line and is narrow.
A model scores on several axes at once. You look for a wide forefoot differently from a high instep. Use the football boot adviser if you have more than one complaint.
Football boots are often sold in mens or unisex sizes. Brands convert differently. Use the brand’s own size chart rather than a general rule of thumb.
The most reliable route is through your foot length. Measure standing, in football socks and at the end of the day, and take the longer foot. How to do that is in our guide to how to measure your foot width. Compare that length with the brand’s chart, and read how the model fits. The size converter shows UK, EU and US sizes side by side.
Football brands rarely use width letters. New Balance is the exception, with 2E on selected models.
Do not go up a size to gain width. That adds length, heel slip and a worse feel for the ball. Choose a wider model or a leather boot instead.
Size advice differs per model. The Puma King 20 runs short and often needs half a size more. The Nike Phantom runs about a quarter size long. The adidas Copa Pure IV Elite is true to size according to our sources, and half a size down gives a glove fit after break-in. Read the size advice on the model page before you order. If a boot pinches, see what to do when football boots feel too tight.
Many boots that are wide in the forefoot are roomy around the heel too. If you have a wide forefoot but a heel that slips, look for a model with a good heel lock. The Mizuno Morelia II and the Nike Tiempo Ligera Pro are named for this, because the lacing closes well. A heel lock lacing knot helps as well, as our guide to how to lace football boots shows.
Small sizes are not available in every version. Check in the retailer’s listing whether your size is in stock. You can read more about a slipping heel in our page on football boots for narrow feet.
The soleplate is separate from the width. Choose the wide model first and then look for the AG, MG or TF version. How that works is covered in our page on wide fit astro turf football boots.
Frequently asked questions
Are there wide fit football boots for women?
There is no separate wide womens last that we found. You choose a wide model with unisex sizing, such as the Puma King 20, the Nike Phantom 6, the adidas Copa Pure IV or the New Balance 442.
Are there womens specific wide football boots?
Not as a line labelled wide. Womens editions exist, but at least some are positioned for narrower feet, so look at the line and not at the word womens.
How do you convert a womens size to a unisex football boot?
Use the brand's own size chart and compare it with your foot length, measured standing in football socks. Brands convert differently, so a general rule of thumb is not reliable.
Can women wear mens football boots?
Yes. Many football boots are unisex or sold in mens sizes, and fit depends on the last, not on gender. Check that your size is available in the version you want.
What size football boots should I take with a wide foot?
The size that fits your foot length, in a wider model rather than a bigger size. The Puma King 20 runs short, so half a size up is usual.
Where do I find wide football boots in small sizes?
Check the retailer's listing for sizes in stock. For juniors there are, among others, the Nike Phantom 6 Academy, which fits wider, and the New Balance 442 Academy Wide.
Is a wide forefoot with a narrow heel a problem?
It can be, because many wide boots are roomy at the heel too. Look for a boot with a good heel lock and use a heel lock lacing knot if the heel slips.