We could spend hours debating which is the best futsal shoe in history, but one thing is clear: the Munich Gresca will always hold its own amongst the very best high-end futsal shoes.
History of the Catalan brand Munich
The history of the Spanish brand Munich dates back to the end of the Civil War. In 1939, Luis Berneda found the motivation and made the sacrifices required, which were quickly rewarded, enabling him to carve out a prominent position amongst the nation’s footwear manufacturers. As the years went by, the Berneda brothers’ company established itself in the world of sports footwear, until, in 1964, a momentous change took place with the introduction of the ‘X’ in MUNICH, the brand’s distinctive emblem. The 1980s were a pivotal period for the Catalan brand, as the surge in popularity of futsal in Spain at that time prompted the company to create exclusive futsal shoes. It was with the GOAL model that they made their masterstroke, cementing their position as market leaders.
Today, they are pioneers in futsal, with models such as the Munich Continental and the one we’re discussing today, the Munich Gresca. When we talk about Munich, we’re talking about tradition, good taste and quality; they also strike a balance between classic style and innovation, but above all, they listen to their customers, offering a wide range of products. Examples of this include the Munich Continental V2 and the Munich Gresca G2.
Munich Gresca 80th anniversary special edition
The Catalan brand Munich offers us this shoe at a more affordable price than its big sister, the Munich Continental. When we say it’s a more affordable shoe, that doesn’t mean it’s of inferior quality; Munich’s aim with this Gresca is to deliver the same feel as the all-leather version, but with a touch more lightness and breathability.
The Munich Gresca 80th Anniversary futsal shoe is constructed from highly durable split leather, resulting in a lighter boot that adapts well to explosive players; indeed, the leather version of the Continental – to name just one drawback – is heavier than the other shoes in the Gresca range. Its classic construction ensures a fully reinforced striking surface, thereby providing a little more confidence when shooting. The rest of the materials and composition of this version of the Munich Gresca remain unchanged; it features two distinct zones, with the design largely comprising a durable and breathable fabric.
Its vulcanised sole incorporates a dual-density midsole that provides comfort underfoot, reinforcing the areas of the sole that bear the greatest impact, whilst also offering greater durability in those areas subject to the most wear and tear.
When it comes to the design – one of our favourite aspects – we come across this special edition trainer, very similar to the standard version but with a certain vintage feel. The number 80 is clearly visible both on the heel and on the tongue of this new trainer from Munich.
Not all futsal players are keen on wearing the typical leather shoes; in fact, all the players in the Spanish national team who competed in the Futsal Euro in Slovenia wore the Munich Continental V2, a shoe that is also perfectly suited to top-level competition, whilst remaining affordable.
We’d like to congratulate Munich Sport for all their years of service, both to national futsal and to so many other sports. For their quality, their good taste and so many years of success. Here’s to many more years to come!
