text: are the shoes i bought good for my position? it's been a while since i have played soccer so i was pretty out of it when it came to  buying shoes. the link below are the shoes i bought. are they good for a left and right back positions? i am left handed and left footed. is the left side or right side better for me for a back? can someone provide me a link for good shinguards? as i said i am pretty out of it when it comes to equipment. the shoes were 85 at the time that i had bought them. one last question, what is a good shoe for a back position?   http://www.soccer.com/iwcatproductpage.process?merchant_id=1&section_id=1016&pcount=&product_id=235197#imageclose1 the harder kind, one that protects your foot more. you don't have to worry about controlling shots etc.. when i play defence it's all about getting stuck in so the really flimsy leather is crap for at the back.  get some solid shinnies as well