The reason has been revealed.
The reason why footballers cut holes in their socks
Oh, So That's Why Footballers Cut Holes In The Back Of Their Socks - Yahoo Sports
England fans confused over footballers cutting their socks - but there's a clever reason - Mirror Online
Why are footballers cutting holes in their socks? : r/football
Jose Mourinho slams footballers for growing trend of cutting holes in socks
Opera Football
Why do footballers have holes in their socks?, Football
SPORTbible - The style has taken over the modern game, but it isn't just a fashion statement 😅 Players do this for a very important reason 👀
Non League Player Scores Goal Of The Weekend After Glorious One-Two - SPORTbible
Conor Gallagher
The reason footballers cut holes in their socks before matches
Bellingham & Saka Cut Absurd Holes In Socks - Footy Headlines
Explained: Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?