Adidas Discontinues Adizero and Predator | Adidas Ace, Adidas X and Adidas Messi Boots Revealed
Jun 1, 2015, by Chris
The Adidas Messi 15 Boot has finally arrived. After Adidas already launched the Adidas Ace and Adidas X Boots last week, the totally new Adidas Messi 2015-2016 Cleats were revealed today, set to debut in the Champions Leage final on Saturday
Adidas has made the biggest changes to their soccer cleats line-up of the past decades last week. Almost all Adidas Football athletes were spotted wearing totally new blacked-out Adidas 2015 Prototype Boots in March 2015, showing-off Adidas' upcoming soccer boots. Find out what's the future of Adidas Soccer Cleats right now.
Adidas discontinues the Adidas Adipure, Adizero, Nitrocharge and Predator
No more Adizero, Predator, Nitrocharge and Adipure. It was quite a shock when we reported that Adidas will stop making all of their four current boot silos from Summer 2015 to herald a new era of Adidas Football Boots. Adidas' silo shake-up has taken effect from April 2015, when Adidas released the last ever regular colorways for the Adidas F50 Adizero and Adidas Predator Instinct.
After more than 20 years, Adidas stops making the iconic Adidas Predator Boots. The German brand celebrated the 20-years anniversary of the Predator with extremely popular special editions including remakes of the Adidas Predator 1994, Predator Accelerator and Predator Mania in 2014. Launched as limited editions, the Adidas Predator Remakes sold out quickly.
Adidas also stops making the Adidas F50 Adizero (Speed), the Adidas Adipure 11pro (Modern Heritage) and the Adidas Nitrocharge (Energy) Soccer Cleats.
None of the four current Adidas boot silos have a direct successor, even though Adidas offer similar boot concepts as a replacement for the Adidas Adipure 11pro, Adidas F50 Adizero, Adidas Nitrocharge 1.0 and Adidas Predator Instinct.
New Adidas 2015-2016 Boots | Adidas Ace , Adidas X, Adidas Messi
This is the new Adidas Ace Boot.
The totally new Adidas Ace 2015-2016 Soccer Boots are made for superior ball control, touch and comfort, and are marketed as Adidas' Control Boot.
Former Adidas Predator players such as Mesut Özil and Iker Casillas will sport the new Adidas Ace 15.1 from the upcoming season, while the Adidas Ace 15.1 Boots will be also worn by Koke, who currently wears the Adidas Nitrocharge, and James Rodríguez, who currently wears the Adidas F50 Adizero 2015 Football Shoes.
The Adidas X 15.1 Boots feature a similar design approach as the Adidas F50 Adizero, made for lightweight, touch and speed. Adidas also introduces a Dynamic Fit collar concept for the Adidas X 2015-2016 Cleats, made for flexible ankle support, while the Adidas X feature no Three Stripes.
The new Adidas X 15.1 Boots will be worn by players such as Theo Walcott, Gareth Bale, Arjen Robben and Luis Suarez from today.
Lionel Messi is the only Adidas player to receive his own signature boot, the new Adidas Messi 15.1 Boots. The Adidas Messi 15.1 Boot features a 3d synthetic leather upper and a new skeleton outsole with a similar cleats alignment as the 2014 Adidas Boot with triangular studs for instant acceleration and agility.
To offer players a modern leather boot at an affordable price, Adidas introduced the Adidas Gloro 2015 Cleats in March 2015. The Adidas Gloro is available in six different colors and features super soft Kangaroo leather in the forefoot area, made for better ball control.
Check out all Adidas 2015 Boots in our boot calendar. Which Adidas boot will you miss most? What's your favorite new Adidas 2015-2016 Football Boot?
Adidas 26-27 Champions League Stage Ball "Revealed"
Although not officially launched yet, the Adidas Champions League 26-27 League Phase Ball made an early appearance during Arsenal's two most recent pre-season friendlies. The ball keeps the iconic white star panels intact, while the surrounding hexagonal sections showcase a vibrant, multi-colored graphic design.
This could very well be the final Champions League League Phase ball produced by Adidas, as Nike is expected to take over as the official match ball supplier for UEFA men's club competitions starting from the 27-28 season.
Big thanks to @jerseystory_vn for spotting this detail and creating the graphic.
River Plate 26-27 Away Kit Released
River Plate and Adidas have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip marks the return of the iconic tricolor look, celebrating the Argentine club's rich history and traditional aesthetic.
The Adidas River Plate 26-27 away shirt features classic vertical stripes combining red and white, separated by thin black pinstripes. Adding a distinct heritage touch, the jersey features the retro Adidas Trefoil logo in red on the right chest alongside the current club crest. The collar and cuffs are styled in crisp white, while black side panels complete the design.
White shorts with black stripes and matching socks complete the primary look of the new River Plate 26-27 away kit, while an alternative black shorts option is also available. The strip is already available for purchase through official club and Adidas channels.
Burnley Announce Emergency Front-of-Shirt Sponsor Change for 26-27 Season
Burnley have officially terminated their front-of-shirt partnership with prop trading company Finotive One just weeks after announcing the deal. UK automotive retailer Vertu Motors has stepped up to become the club's new Official Front of Shirt Principal Partner for the 26-27 season, covering the men's, women's, and academy teams.
The unexpected change comes right at the start of the Championship season, requiring an immediate update to all Castore matchday and replica kits. The updated kits now feature the Vertu wordmark alongside its shield icon across the center of the chest on all playing shirts.
To accommodate fans who already bought the 26-27 replica shirts with the previous sponsor printed on them, Burnley is offering free re-branding to overlay the new Vertu logo onto existing jerseys. Supporters also have the option to return their shirts for a full refund or exchange them for the updated version.
Manchester United 26-27 Third Kit Features Nameset Discrepancy
Manchester United and Adidas have released their new 26-27 third kit, featuring an ivory base with deep red accents and dark green trim inspired by the iconic doors of the Salford Lads and Girls Club.
Following the release, kit collector @TheShirtUnion noticed an interesting detail regarding the custom cup font on the back. In promotional photography featuring Lisandro Martínez, the player name is applied in a classic curved arch across the upper back. However, official product listings on the club's online shop depict player names in a straight horizontal arrangement.
Such variations between promotional photoshoot samples and official store graphics are not unusual for bespoke club cup namesets. While the standard online printing option appears to default to the straight layout, supporters may see the curved style applied during cup fixtures or through select retail printing services.
Al Nassr 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Official Images
Official images of the Al Nassr 26-27 third kit have leaked online, revealing an elegant design crafted by Adidas. The new shirt features a clean off-white base paired with rich gold detailing throughout, giving the Saudi Pro League club a sophisticated look for the upcoming season. Big thanks to @KamilBerberler.
The design is defined by subtle vertical stripes featuring intricate ornamental patterns running down the front and back of the shirt. Metallic gold trim highlights the collar, sleeve cuffs, and the iconic Adidas Three Stripes on the shoulders. The chest displays a monochromatic golden Al Nassr emblem alongside the gold Adidas logo, complemented by matching sponsor branding.
Completing the detailed look, a golden Saudi emblem featuring the palm tree and crossed swords sits on the upper back below the collar. Off-white shorts and socks with matching gold accents complete the full 26-27 third strip.
Atromitos FC 26-27 Home Kit Released
Greek Super League side Atromitos FC and kit manufacturer Capelli Sport have officially revealed the club's new home kit for the 26-27 season.
The Atromitos FC 26-27 home jersey offers a fresh take on the team's traditional white and blue colors. Featuring a white base, the front of the shirt is covered in slanted, diagonal blue graphic lines that form broken vertical stripes. Capelli's signature four-square logo motif appears on the shoulders in blue, alongside the club crest on the left chest and Novibet sponsorship across the middle.
The back of the jersey remains mostly solid white, accented by blue player numbering with a distinct lined font structure and lower-back sponsor branding.
SC Farense 26-27 Away Kit Released
Portuguese club SC Farense and kit supplier Lacatoni have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. Following the earlier reveal of their diagonal black-and-white home shirt, the new away uniform introduces a distinct green design rooted in the team's identity.
The Lacatoni SC Farense 26-27 away jersey features a rich dark green base accented with subtle white pinstripes running vertically down the front. Crisp black and white striping finishes the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs, while the SC Farense crest is positioned on the left chest alongside Lacatoni's logo on the right.
Adding a tailored detail to the back, the shirt includes a large tonal lion graphic embedded into the fabric in reference to the club's Leões de Faro nickname. Main sponsor Barão Rodrigues is printed on the front, accompanied by secondary sponsor logos on the chest, sleeves, and back panel.
FC Dordrecht 26-27 Away Kit Released
Dutch Eerste Divisie club FC Dordrecht and kit supplier Capelli Sport have officially launched the new away kit for the 26-27 season.
The Capelli FC Dordrecht 26-27 away shirt is predominantly white with bold red accents, featuring a red crew-neck collar, red side panels, and Capelli's signature shoulder cubes. The sleeve cuffs incorporate thin black and red striping. A key design element of the jersey is the subtle, light-grey calligraphic script graphic printed across the front, drawing inspiration from local history and featuring historical terms such as Vryheyt.
The shirt is completed with the red Capelli logo on the right chest, the city coat of arms in the center, and the FC Dordrecht crest on the left chest. Main sponsor Keuken Warenhuis appears across the middle in black and red.