How to Remove a Soccer Shoe Insole

Soccer shoes come with insoles inside when you buy them. The insoles add comfort to the shoes, cushioning your feet from pressure caused by running. Soccer shoes also have studs on the bottom that grip the turf when you play. The insoles also protect your feet from the extra stress of running on studs. You can remove the insoles from your soccer shoes if you need to repair or replace them. Some insoles are not attached to the shoes and can be removed easily. However, if your insoles are glued to the shoes, you will need a sharp knife to remove them.

Things You'll Need

  • Sharp knife
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Instructions

    • 1

      Hold your soccer shoe tightly with one hand. Reach inside your shoe with your other hand and place your fingers underneath the insole. Grip the insole firmly with your thumb and fingers. Pull the insole out of the shoe.

    • 2

      Cut the insole out with the knife if the insole is glued to your soccer shoe. Place your shoe on a flat surface and hold it steady with one hand. Carefully run your knife around the edge of the insole to break the glue. Detach enough of the insole to enable you to get your fingers underneath it. With your fingers under the insole, grip with your thumb and pull slowly but firmly. The insole will strip away from the shoe as the glue breaks. When the insole is fully detached from the shoe, pull it out.

    • 3

      Repeat either step to remove the insole from your other soccer shoe.