Response to a question about cleats.

The idea is that you want traction.  You want your cleats to dig into the ground and not into your feet.

Cleats have different configurations.  There are replaceable studs for soft ground – typically a 6-stud configuration.  There are also “molded” which have 12-studs,”turf shoes” with many studs, and flat shoes like you would use on a tennis court. The more points of contact with the ground, the more evenly your body weight is distributed.  You are getting “hot spots” on your feet where you feel the cleats.  That will cause you problems.  You would be wise not to ignore this.

To answer your question about insoles, they may help temporarily, but it sounds like you are using cleats that are too long for the surface you are playing on.  If the cleats don’t sink into the ground, your feet are absorbing the force of those points.  Ouch.

It is a good idea to bring a pair of molded cleats and a pair of turf shoes with you whenever you play or train.  Choose the shoes that are best for the surface that day.  “6-studs” are not necessary for most fields in the US, so save your money.  If the standard molded cleats will not suffice, there is a good chance that the field will be considered unplayable and your game will be cancelled anyway.