There are a few brands of vegan leather football arounds these days, as more people choose to boycott K-leather (kangaroo leather which is made from shooting kangaroos, and then the joeys die). Used because it’s soft and strong, kangaroo leather is also used to make riding whips and golf gloves. But there’s no need, because vegan leather football boots prove that it’s totally possible to play at professional level with no harm to animals.
Puma King Vegan Leather Football Boots are sold in Sports Direct, and crafted with premium faux leather that’s soft and supple, with embossed ridges on the upper to deliver an incredible first touch. They feature lightweight soleplates with moulded studs for traction and agility, while the lace fastening offers a snug fit.
Stella McCartney Football Boots offer an ombre design and do away with laces, to offer an easy-closure laceless design.
vegan recipes by female soccer players
Girls Gone Veg offers tasty simple recipes by two top female soccer players. These recipes prove that you can be strong and healthy, while enjoying plant-based foods, and the recipes will please even the pickiest eaters!
Before cooking, read up on food safety for people & pets (many human foods are unsafe around animal friends).
Recipes include:
- Carrot lox
- Spicy Thai butternut squash soup
- Mac & cheese
- Coconut cauliflower tacos
- Mushroom bourguignon
- Chickpea curry wrap
- Key lime mini cheesecakes
- Heart of palm mini cheesecakes (use multi-stemmed for sustainability, or sub with tinned asparagus).
Ali Riley was born and raised in LA and now captains the New Zealand national team (after leading Stanford University to two national game appearances). She’s also played for a team in Sweden and Chelsea FC in England (she’s also a certified health coach).
Toni Pressley is also a professional soccer player who currently lives in Iceland. She follows the vegan lifestyle for both animal welfare and health, and is the only player in the NSWL to have been diagnosed with breast cancer, and returned to play professionally.
