The 5 Biggest Football Launches in May 2015
May 1, 2015, by Chris
Nike Hypervenom 2, Nike Wolf Pack, Adidas Ace, Adidas X and 2015-16 Kits. May 2015 is set to be the most important month for football boots and kits this year as Adidas and Nike are set to reveal various new 2015-16 Kits and totally new boots. We take a detailed look at the biggest launches in May 2015.
May 2015 will see the release of the much-awaited Nike Hypervenom 2 Cleats, the totally new Adidas 2015-2016 Boots Collection as well as the first bunch of new 2015-16 Soccer Jerseys. Here are the five biggest releases in May 2015.
Nike Hypervenom II Boots
This is the leaked Nike Hypervenom 2 2015-2016 Soccer Cleat.
Two years after Nike launched the totally new Nike Hypervenom Football Boots, Nike is set to reveal the next-generation of the Nike Hypervenom Cleats at the end of May. The new Nike Hypervenom 2 Boots are set to be debuted in the 2015 UEFA Champions League Final on June 6.
The new Nike Hypervenom II 2015-2016 Soccer Boots introduce the Dynamic Fit collar to the agility boot, combined with a ultra-soft NikeSkin upper. Just like two years ago, the Nike Hypervenom 2 Cleats are expected to be launched by FC Barcelona and Brazil superstar Neymar, who already trained in a black-out Prototype Nike Hypervenom II Boot in early January 2015.
Nike Wolf Grey Football Boots Collection
The first Nike Summer 2015 Soccer Boots Collection combines the understated main color grey with electric colors to stand out on the pitch. The new Nike Wolf Pack Boots Collection is expected to debut in the UEFA Champions League, and will be the tournament boot collection for the 2015 Copa America.
The Fans' Favorite Boot of the Wolf Grey Nike 2015 Cleats Collection is definitely the grey / blue Nike Magista Obra Boot, closely followed by the grey / pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Cleat.
Adidas Ace Boots
Totally new Adidas Ace Cleats.
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It's do or die for Adidas. Adidas will discontinue all of their four current boot silos (Adidas F50 Adizero, Adidas Adipure, Adidas Nitrocharge and Adidas Predator) and will release two totally new boot silos, and the Messi exclusive Adidas Messi 15.1 2015-2016 Cleats. The new Adidas 2015-2016 Boots are set to be revealed ahead of the 2015 UEFA Champions League Final.
Engineered for control, the Adidas Ace Cleat is kind of a successor for the iconic Adidas Predator Boot. The new Adidas Ace 2015-2016 Boots introduce a totally new outsole and a honeycomb upper structure for ultimate control. Adidas will also reveal a leather version of the all-new Adidas Ace 2015-2016 Cleats.
Adidas X Boots
This is the Solar Yellow Adidas X / Adidas Chaos Cleat.
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The new Adidas X Boots are also known as the new Adidas Chaos Boot. Made for players who shatter expectations, the new Adidas X 15.1 Soccer Boots feature a similar silhouette as the Adidas F50 Adizero Boots.
Players such as Gareth Bale, Luis Suarez, Karim Benzema and Angel di Maria will headline the new Adidas X Cleats, which will be launched with a Solar Yellow colorway.
Lionel Messi will the only football player to receive his own boot silo. The new Adidas Messi 2015-16 Boots feature a unique design with a stunning sole plate construction. Adidas is hoping that Messi will be able to debut his brand-new boots in the 2015 UEFA Champions League Final, provided that Barcelona will reach the Champions League final.
2015-2016 Kits
Various 15-16 Kits were already leaked in the past few weeks.
Even though the first 2015-16 Kits were already revealed in April, most of the new 15-16 Football Shirts will be revealed from May 2015.
AC Milan is reported to kick-off this year's peak phase of 2015-16 Kit launches with the new Adidas AC Milan 2015-16 Third Kit, which draws inspiration from Expo 2015. Traditionally, FC Bayern Munich will reveal the new Adidas Bayern München Home Kit ahead of the last Bundesliga home match in mid-May 2015, while teams such as Real Madrid, Chelsea and Schalke will also reveal their new 2015-16 shirts.
FC Barcelona will unveil the revolutionary Barcelona 2015-16 Home Kit, which will feature horizontal stripes for the first time in the history of the club.
Make sure to see all leaked and released 2015-16 Kits in our Kit Overview and all May 2015 Boot Releases in our Boot Calendar.
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.
