Oxen Sports designs rugby boots and football boots built from the ground up for Australian playing surfaces.
Whether you’re packing down in a winter scrum on heavy ground or chasing a through-ball on a dry firm-ground pitch, every pair in the Oxen range is engineered to deliver grip, support, and responsiveness where it counts.
With two purpose-built ranges — the Metasock for speed and ball control, and the Raptor for forward power — there’s an Oxen boot for every position and every code.
Metasock DNA Football Boots
Metasock Knit Technology
Adaptive second-skin upper that moulds to your foot shape. Reduces pressure points and delivers instant break-in comfort straight out of the box.
D2 Flex Soleplate
Flexible soleplate with 3DST stability truss. Provides the perfect balance of support and freedom — stable through contact, responsive through acceleration.
Wide Fitting
Built on a wide-fitting last designed for Australian feet. Accommodates a range of foot shapes without sacrificing lockdown or lateral support.
Raptor Rugby Boots
Kangaroo Leather Upper
Premium kangaroo leather moulds to your foot shape over time. Delivers a luxurious fit with the durability to withstand repeated high-impact contact and scrum pressure.
D2 Flex + 3DST Stability Support
D2 Flex Technology paired with the 3DST stability truss provides the chassis for powerful forward play. Support where you need it.
Wide Fit Last
Wide-fitting last accommodates Australian foot shapes. Regular to broad-sized feet get a stable, comfortable platform without compression or hot spots.
Frequently asked questions
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Rugby boots are typically heavier with reinforced uppers and ankle support designed for scrummaging, tackling, and ruck contests. Football boots (also called soccer boots) are lighter and built for ball control, speed, and agility. At Oxen, the Raptor range is purpose-built for rugby, while the Metasock range is designed for football —though the Metasock SG is also popular with backs in rugby union and rugby league.
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Yes, many rugby backs wear lightweight football boots for speed and touch advantages.
However, forwards generally benefit from a dedicated rugby boot with more ankle reinforcement and a sturdier construction.
If you play in the backs, the Metasock SG is a strong crossover option. If you play in the forwards, the Raptor is the better choice.
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Most Australian rugby and football grounds are natural grass that ranges from firm in summer to soft and muddy in winter.
A soft ground (SG) boot with metal-tipped studs is the safest match-day option for the wet season, while firm ground (FG) boots with moulded studs are better for dry conditions and pre-season training. If your club uses artificial turf, choose AG boots to protect both the surface and your joints.
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Yes. Both the Metasock and Raptor ranges include youth sizes, starting from $90 AUD for the Raptor Pro HG Youth and $140 AUD for the Metasock FG Youth. Youth boots use the same materials and technologies as the adult range in a junior-specific fit.
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Yes. Oxen Sports Australia offers
free shipping on all orders over $100 AUD. Since every boot in the range exceeds that threshold, all boot orders ship free Australia-wide.