Closer Look | Podolski Shows Off Custom Adidas Captain Tsubasa Boots
Aug 6, 2017, by Chris
- Podolski's Custom Boots: Lukas Podolski wore custom Adidas F50 Adizero boots featuring Captain Tsubasa characters in his J. League debut.
- Boot Design: The left boot featured Kojiro Hyuga, while the right had Tsubasa, on a base of the Adidas F50 Adizero 2014 Samba edition.
- Mid-Match Switch: Podolski started the game in the custom boots but switched to standard Adidas Ace 17.1 Dust Storm boots for the second half.
Update: Lukas Podolski did not wear his custom Adidas F50 Adizero Captain Tsubasa football boots in his second match with Vissel Kobe but wore the Adidas Ace Dust Storm boots. However, there are now better close-up pictures of Lukas Podolski's custom cleats.
Closer Look | Lukas Podolski's Custom Adidas F50 Adizero Captain Tsubasa Boots
Lukas Podolski made his J. League for Vissel Kobe today wearing a pair of extraordinary football boots, at least for a part of the match. Find out all you need to know about the most interesting boots of the 2017-18 season so far.
Lukas Podolski Debuts Unique Adidas F50 Adizero Captain Tsubasa Boots
Close-up with the cleats worn by the former German international today.
Based on the blue Adidas F50 Adizero 2014 Samba edition that was unveiled in late 2013, the left shoe of Lukas Podolski's new boots feature an image of Kojiro Hyuga (known as the "Tiger Striker", Tsubasa's and Genzo's top soccer rival), while the right shoe features the image of Tsubasa.
Podolski showcased his boots on Instagram just a few minuted ahead of the match
Apart from the custom graphics on the upper, Lukas Podolski's special boots are the same as the regular Adidas F50 Adizero Samba edition. His shin pads also boast the image of Kojiro Hyuga.
However, while Podolski started the match wearing the unique Adidas F50 Adizero Captain Tsubasa soccer cleats, he switched to the standard Adidas Ace 17.1 Dust Storm football boots in the second half.
What do you think of Lukas Podolski's custom Adidas F50 Adizero Captain Tsubasa football boots? Let us know in the comments below.
Al-Nassr 26-27 Away Kit Leaked - Launch Pictures
@MidanAlAtqam has leaked the 4 promo pictures of the new Al-Nassr 26-27 away kit. It will be released very soon.
No More Puma: Adidas Carrick Rangers 26-27 Away Kit Released
Northern Irish side Carrick Rangers and Adidas have officially revealed the club's new away kit for the 26-27 NIFL Premiership campaign. Following the earlier rollout of their amber home jersey, the new release completes the team's primary kit set for the season.
The Carrick Rangers 26-27 away shirt features a predominantly white body contrasted by striking amber raglan sleeves. Black details are utilized throughout the design, including the classic Adidas three-stripes across the shoulders, a simple round collar, and matching black sponsor and brand logos.
The new kit will be worn in away fixtures during the 26-27 season and is available directly through the official Carrick Rangers club shop.
Gençlerbirliği SK 26-27 Kits Released
Turkish club Gençlerbirliği SK has officially unveiled its new kit collection for the 26-27 season, made by Nike. The launch features four distinct jerseys, each drawing inspiration from the history of the club and elements associated with the city of Ankara.
The 26-27 collection includes four models: "Çubuklu", a classic red and black vertical striped shirt; "Ankara Grisi", a clean white jersey finished with subtle grey accents; "Ankara Yıldızı", a bold black shirt featuring an energetic red star graphic print; and "Gelincik", a solid red kit with dark trim and a subtle tonal pattern near the bottom hem.
Built on Nike teamwear catalog templates, the full 26-27 lineup gives Gençlerbirliği a versatile range of options for the new season. The kits are available through the club's official store.
Frosinone Calcio 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Italian side Frosinone Calcio and technical partner Zeus have officially unveiled the club's new home, away, and third kits for the 26-27 season. The brand-new collection brings fresh custom looks for the Canarini across all three designs.
The Frosinone 26-27 home kit comes in the club's traditional yellow with bright blue accents around the crew neck collar, sleeve cuffs, and side inserts. The front and sleeves display a subtle tonal embossed graphic pattern woven into the fabric, while the upper back is adorned with a small blue crest featuring a classic gothic F lettermark.
Completing the lineup, the away shirt introduces an off-white heathered base with a classic polo collar accented by navy and yellow trim. The third shirt adopts a dark navy color scheme with striking yellow logos and yellow-and-blue neck detailing. All three kits feature long-standing main partner Banca Popolare Frusinate across the chest.
Abha FC 26-27 Home Kit Released
Saudi Arabian side Abha Club have presented their new home shirt for the 26-27 season, manufactured by Puma. Returning to the Roshn Saudi League, the club opts for a simple look on their latest kit.
The Puma Abha Club 26-27 home jersey features a plain white base accented by a horizontal chevron graphic across the chest. The chevron band incorporates traditional regional patterns in shades of blue and red, giving the shirt a distinctive local touch. A blue Puma logo appears on the right chest alongside the Abha Club emblem on the left.
The kit is completed with plain white sleeves and a clean round collar, preparing the team for their upcoming campaign in Saudi Arabia's top flight.
Gençlerbirliği 26-27 Kit Collection Released
Turkish club Gençlerbirliği SK has officially revealed its complete kit set for the 26-27 season, manufactured by Nike. The new collection is headlined by the classic red and black striped home jersey, maintaining the club's traditional look with vertical stripes and a red V-neck collar.
Alongside the primary shirt, the 26-27 range includes multiple alternative kit options. The selection features a minimalist white jersey trimmed with subtle grey accents, a solid red shirt, and a bold black jersey decorated with an energetic red geometric star pattern across the chest.
Built on Nike's standard teamwear templates, the full 26-27 kit lineup provides Gençlerbirliği with a versatile wardrobe for the upcoming campaign.
