Adidas vs Nike - Which 2017 Releases Are You Looking Forward to the Most?
Not long ago, we tried to give you an overview of what to expect from the big football brands in 2017. Today, we want to ask you which of these many innovations you are looking forward to the most.
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Adidas Nemeziz
Replacing the Adidas Messi silo, the three-stripe brand will unveil the Nemeziz in June. It introduces a totally new construction that draws inspiration from medial bandages and boasts an interesting and unique look that is certain to stand out on the pitch next season. Read everything you need to know about the Nemeziz here.
Adidas Predator Mania
Not quite an innovation, the upcoming Adidas Predator Mania remake, slated to be released in May, has created a fair bit of buzz even by Adidas' standards. Check out many more pictures of them here.
Nike Hypervenom Phantom III
The Nike Hypervenom Phantom III is the boot that will launch the earliest from this selection and it is set to be an interesting launch for a number of reasons, including the fact that the Hypervenom Phantom 3 will be Nike's first-ever low-cut Flyknit boot. A completely new sole plate has been designed as well.
Nike Tiempo Legend VI
The Tiempo is the second Nike boot to receive a generation update this year. Set for a summer launch, the Nike Tiempo Legend VII has been tested frequently by the likes of Dani Carvajal and Raphael Varane already and will bring a number of innovations to the table.
Puma ONE
As Puma is looking to rebuild its football lineup, it looks like the evoPOWER Vigor is the only cleat from its current offering to remain beyond summer. New will be the so-called Puma ONE, a versatile model that comes with a partial leather upper and will receive on-pitch support from the likes of Sergio Agüero and Marco Reus. Check out our detailed writeup here.
Under Armour Spotlight
The third generation of Under Armour's Spotlight model will become the first football boot to feature a zip and also bring the intriguing reel lace system from BOA to the table. Like the Nemeziz and the Tiempo, they will be released in June. Check out our detailed overview of the UA Spotlight 3.0 here.
