Barcelona v Real Madrid - El Clásico Boot Preview
Mar 21, 2015, by Pat
The stage is set for the biggest match in club football, all eyes will be on the Camp Nou tomorrow night, when the current La Liga leaders host their archrivals from the capital.
But the match which could be deciding the outcome of the 2015-16 La Liga season is not only interesting in footballing terms - the football boots worn by the 22 players will be fascinating as well, with many players including Messi, Neymar and Ronaldo showcasing custom or new football boots.
Barcelona Boot XI v Real Madrid
This is the Barcelona Boot Lineup for El Clásico.
The Barcelona Boot XI is entirely split between Adidas and Nike players with a 7:3-ratio, plus Dani Alves, who is without a boot contract and constantly switching different blackout cleats, mostly recently Nike Mercurials.
Lionel Messi, who's been in outstanding form for the past few weeks, will give his new Adidas Messi Pibe de Barr10 a second outing after their debut in the Champions League match against Manchester City last Wednesday.
Neymar joins Messi as another player with his own signature boots, having sported the silver Nike Hypervenom Liquid Diamond Boots for some time now. Luis Suárez, meanwhile, was back to the normal Adidas F50 Adizero 2015 boots after exclusively having worn the Tattoo Pack edition of Adidas' speed silo for a few games.
The rest of Barcelona's football boots are fairly usual, apart maybe Jordi Alba who's sporting the leather variant of the 2015 Adidas F50 Adizeros and Andrés Iniesta, who's lately been wearing the lowcut Nike Magista Opus Boots, after he was Nike's main player for the high-top Nike Magista Obra Boots.
Real Madrid El Clásico Boot Lineup
This is the Real Madrid Boot XI for El Clásico against FC Barcelona.
Cristiano Ronaldo will debut his new signature Nike Mercurial Superfly CR7 Silverware Boots, inspired by the silver trophies that drive players such as Cristiano Ronaldo at the end of the season. Cristiano Ronaldo will wear a modified version of the Nike Mercurial Superfly CR7 Silverware Cleat with a lower Dynamic Fit collar.
Gareth Bale received a unique white shiny Adidas F50 Adizero Boot, which makes sure that he stands out on the pitch. Gareth Bale's custom mi adidas Adidas F50 Adizero edition boasts a special reflective upper, and was launched on March 21. Karim Benzema will sport the Black / Solar Green Adidas F50 Adizero 2015 Boot, while Toni Kroos will lace up in his beloved white Adidas Adipure 11pro Boot.
The Real Madrid Boot XI vs Barcelona is split equally between Nike and Adidas, while Pepe will stand out wearing the classic Umbro Speciali Cleat.
OH Leuven 26-27 Away Kit Released
Belgian Pro League club Oud-Heverlee Leuven have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 away kit. Made by Jako, the new shirt introduces a bold dark look for the upcoming domestic campaign.
The Jako OH Leuven 2026-27 away shirt features a black base with deep green vertical stripes and vibrant orange pinstripes running down the body. Dark green detailing appears on the collar and sleeve cuffs, while the Jako logo and club crest are centrally positioned on the chest.
What do you think of the new OH Leuven 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
New Material for UEFA Champions League Patches?
Based on images from Manchester United's recent posts, it appears that the Starball and UEFA Foundation sleeve patches for the 26-27 UEFA Champions League might be moving away from the traditional velvet material. Instead, they seem to feature a noticeably thinner and flatter composition.
Without high-resolution close-ups, the exact material specifications cannot be fully confirmed just yet.
However, this potential shift remains unconfirmed, as other clubs have not displayed this change. Real Betis, for instance, still appeared with standard velvet-textured patches during their recent 26-27 Champions League portrait photoshoot sessions.
We will have to wait for official confirmation and close-up looks once the competition gets underway. Big thanks to @jerseystory_vn for the collage.
Almere City 26-27 Cup Kit Released
Dutch club Almere City have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 Cup kit. Made by Craft, the special “HANASAKA!” shirt celebrates the club’s connection with Japan through owner Yanmar and the Yanmar Hanasaka International Youth Cup, an U19 tournament organised by Almere City at the Yanmar Stadion.
The Craft Almere City 2026-27 Cup shirt features a black base with subtle tonal cherry blossom branch motifs across the front. Mint green and pastel pink details add contrast, with a mint crew-neck collar and sponsor branding joined by a pink monochrome club crest, Craft logo and sleeve trims.
What do you think of the new Almere City 2026-27 Cup kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Sutton United 26-27 Third Kit Released
English club Sutton United and kit manufacturer VX3 have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 2026-27 campaign. Themed around the slogan "Where Passion Blooms," the release pays homage to the local area's historic lavender fields and was presented alongside players from the Sutton United Women's squad.
The VX3 Sutton United 26-27 third shirt is predominantly light lavender purple, paired with contrasting dark purple raglan sleeves and a matching polo collar. A monochrome purple club badge sits on the left chest, complemented by dark purple sponsor logos and an embroidered sprig of lavender on the upper back just below the neckline.
The new third kit completes Sutton United's kit set for the 2026-27 season alongside their previously released home and away strips.
Plymouth Argyle 26-27 Third Kit Released
Puma and Plymouth Argyle have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Designed to make a bold visual impact on the pitch, the new strip brings back a vibrant tangerine look for the Pilgrims.
The Puma Plymouth Argyle 2026-27 third jersey combines a vivid orange base with contrasting black trim across the collar, shoulders, and cuffs. The front proudly features a monochrome black version of Argyle's iconic Mayflower crest, accompanied by black Puma cat branding and sponsor detailing from Lighthouse Charity.
The new third kit is available immediately via Argyle's official online store and in-person retail locations.
Catania FC 26-27 Away Kit Released
Italian club Catania FC and technical sponsor Erreà have officially launched their new away kit for the 2026-27 season. Arriving as part of the brand's "COLORI DEI TERRITORI" collection, the release completes the club's full wardrobe for the new campaign following the earlier debuts of their volcanic-themed third and traditional rossazzurri home strips.
The Erreà Catania 2026-27 away shirt is predominantly white, accented with dark grey detailing along the thick V-neck collar, sleeve cuffs, and shoulder trims. Across the front and sleeves, the jersey incorporates a subtle tonal graphic pattern inspired by local Catanese heritage and the city's iconic elephant symbol.
The new Catania FC 26-27 away uniform is completed with matching shorts and socks and is available now through the club's official retail channels.
FC Penafiel 26-27 Away Kit Released
Portuguese Liga Portugal 2 side FC Penafiel have officially launched their new away kit for the 2026-27 season. Produced by Nike, the secondary strip arrives two weeks after the release of the club's traditional red-and-black home jersey.
The Nike FC Penafiel 2026-27 away shirt is predominantly white, highlighted by a classic horizontal chest band in red that is bordered by thin black stripes. A black polo-style collar with a front insert adds a refined touch to the design. The Nike Swoosh and FC Penafiel crest are placed inside the red chest hoop, while the ABANCA sponsor logo appears in black across the midriff.
White shorts with black detailing and white socks round off the clean look of the new FC Penafiel 26-27 away uniform, which is already available to purchase through the club's official channels.
