adidas Predator Elite Fold-Over Tongue Artificial Grass Soccer Cleats - Born For Goals Pack (SP26)

The tongue folds over and the laces stop mattering

You've hit the one where the laces caught it wrong. It slices, it sits up, the keeper reads it early. The fold-over tongue lays a smooth face over the top of your foot, so the shot you rehearsed all week is the one that actually comes off your foot.

adidas built the grip into the strike zone

Nanostrike+ is why a wet ball still bends. Mesh and rubber grip elements sit across the strike zone, so Saturday rain doesn't cost you the swerve you found on Tuesday. Powerspine gives the midfoot something to drive against, and the Primeknit upper expands with your foot instead of fighting it. The wider adidas Predator range shows where Elite sits.

Made for the green plastic you actually train on

Most of your week happens on 3G. School field, club training, the winter league that never touches real grass. This is the artificial grass build, and the Strikeframe plate keeps full-length traction under you when you plant and open your hips. Compare plates in the artificial grass cleats collection.

Product Details: Predator Elite AG

• Primeknit upper, synthetic and textile construction
• Fold-over tongue for a smooth striking surface
• Nanostrike+ mesh with rubber grip elements across the strike zone
• Powerspine midfoot support for stronger shots
• Strikeframe lightweight full-length plate, artificial grass outsole
• Synthetic lining and synthetic outsole
• Born For Goals Pack, SP26 release

Fit Notes

The Primeknit upper wraps close and expands as your foot moves, so it reads snug out of the box and settles after a couple of sessions. Order your usual size. If you play in thicker socks or sit on the wide side, try a half size up.

Care and Maintenance

• Brush off turf pellets and dirt after every session
• Air-dry at room temperature, away from heaters and direct sun
• Stuff with newspaper to pull moisture out and hold the shape
• Never machine wash or tumble dry the synthetic upper
• Store in a ventilated bag, not sealed in your kit bag

FAQs about the Predator Elite AG

Can I wear these on natural grass?

You can, but the artificial grass plate is tuned for synthetic surfaces. For regular play on natural grass, a firm ground Predator is the better match.

What does the fold-over tongue actually do?

It covers the laces with a smooth face, which gives you a clean contact point for driven shots and bent balls instead of an uneven lace line.

How is Elite different from the lower tiers?

Elite carries the full package: Primeknit, Nanostrike+, Powerspine, and the Strikeframe plate. Lower tiers simplify the upper and the stability setup.