Next-Gen Adidas Messi 2016 Copa America Boots Released
May 25, 2016, by Chris
- New Adidas Messi Boots: Adidas released the new Messi 16.1 Copa America boots, designed for the Copa America Centenario tournament.
- Design Features: The boots have a Silver Metallic upper with Shock Blue accents, a unique Honeycomb upper structure, and a Sprintframe sole plate.
- Technological Upgrades: The boots have an improved Agilityknit upper for sock-like feel and a sole plate with a mix of conical and triangular studs, designed for speed and agility.
Adidas a few days ago launched the new Adidas Messi 16.1 Copa America boots, set to be worn by Argentina's number 10 in the centenary tournament in the USA next month.
Adidas Messi 16.1 Copa America Silver Metallic / Core Black / Shock Blue
This is the new Adidas Messi Copa America Soccer Cleat.
Boasting a stunning Silver Metallic shimmering upper, the launch colorway of the Adidas Messi 16.1 2016 Football Boots is designed to make a bold statement in the Copa America Centenario that takes place in the USA in Summer 2016. Adidas combines the Silver Metallic upper with a remarkable Shock Blue upper structure and black Three Stripes, while the heel area boasts a striking orange Adidas branding.
The outstep of the next-gen Adidas Messi 2016-2017 Football Boots comes without a visible identification that it's a Messi-exclusive boot. However, the instep features the trademark Messi branding to showcase that it is Messi's exclusive silo. It's a unique design that is totally different to the look of the first generation of the Adidas Messi Cleats.
The next-gen Adidas Messi 2016-2017 Football Boot is made for players who want to be as fast and agile as Barcelona's number 10. Therefore, the Adidas Messi 16.1 Cleats again feature a lightweight concept with a flexible upper and a sole plate engineered for unrivaled speed and acceleration.
The Adidas Messi 2016-2017 Football Boot combines a ultra-thin and flexible textile upper with a totally new synthetic all-over construction that features a remarkable Honeycomb structure. The all-new upper construction, which has less in common with the standard synthetic upper of the first-gen Messi Boots, will be promoted as Agilityknit material and is made to combine a sock-like feel and touch with lockdown for speed and agility.
Apart from the brand-new upper, the other upper elements of the next-gen Adidas Messi 16-17 Boot are quite ordinary. The Adidas Messi 16.1 Football Boot features a traditional tongue, while the extremely low-cut ankle design is another remarkable element of the cleats, which come without the trademark MessiCage of the first generation.
The sole plate of the Adidas Messi 2016-2017 Boots is again made for ultimate agility. Whereas the previous generation just featured triangular studs, the next-gen Adidas Messi 2016-2017 Soccer Cleat comes with a mixture of exceptional small conical (two in the rear area, two in the front area) and triangular studs (seven).
Interestingly, the outsole of the Adidas Messi 2016 Copa America Boots is just called Sprintframe (previously used for the now-discontinued Adidas F50 Adizero), whereas the plate of the first-gen Messi Boots was promoted as TPU outsole with messiGAMBETRAX stud design.
The Adidas Messi 16.1 2016-2017 Boot are slightly cheaper (200 Euro, ~190 USD, ~150 GBP) than the first generation. The Adidas Messi 16.1 Copa America Football Boot were revealed in late May 2016.
A totally new upper and sole plate. What do you think of the next-gen Adidas Messi 2016-2017 Boots? Let us know in the comments section below, and find out all you need to know about the Adidas Messi PureAgility Cleats.
AS Roma 26-27 Lifestyle Shirt Revealed - 1994 Design Inspired
The new Adidas AS Roma 1994 retro jacket have been unveiled via the brand's online store. The design is inspired by the 1994 World Cup template, famously worn by Germany, which is given to various Adidas teams.
As for Giallorossi, the jacket uses the club's famous red and yellow colorway, combined with darker diamond pattern up top. It is expected to be worn by the players before games or during walkouts.
What do you think of the new Adidas AS Roma 1994 2026 jacket? Let us know in the comments.
FC Annecy 26-27 Away Kit Released
Ligue 2 outfit FC Annecy and technical sponsor Adidas have officially launched the club's new away jersey for the 26-27 season. Completing the team's set following the earlier arrivals of their home and third shirts, the new alternate look delivers a timeless and elegant aesthetic.
The Adidas FC Annecy 26-27 away shirt is built around a crisp white base, highlighted by a sharp red polo collar. Deep red detailing continues onto the shoulders with the brand's signature three stripes, as well as the Adidas logo on the chest and Annecy's stylized gothic 'A' crest. The club's various sponsor logos, headlined by shipping company MSC alongside regional partners E.Leclerc Annecy, Teamwork, and Haute-Savoie le Département, are also rendered in matching red tones.
The new strip is completed with white shorts and socks, and is set to be worn across their 26-27 Ligue 2 campaign.
FC Südtirol 26-27 Third Kit Released
Italian Serie B club FC Südtirol and technical sponsor Erreà have officially unveiled the new third kit for the 2026-27 campaign. Completing the club's matchday wardrobe alongside the previously launched home and away strips, the design draws strong inspiration from the natural alpine scenery and vineyard landscapes of the South Tyrol region.
The Erreà FC Südtirol 26-27 third jersey arrives in an elegant cream and off-white base complemented by deep forest green accents. A faint, tonal organic pattern runs across the fabric, while the front features the "Südtirol" wordmark alongside the iconic mountain silhouette in dark green, placed directly above main sponsor Alperia. Both the Erreà emblem and the diamond-shaped FCS crest are rendered in a clean monochrome green style.
Contrasting green detailing finishes the rear collar, sleeve cuffs, and side flanks of the shirt. The uniform is completed by matching off-white shorts and socks, both accented with forest green trim and club lettering. The FC Südtirol 26-27 third kit is available through the club's official store.
Erreà San Marino Women's 2026 Home & Away Kits Released
Italian sportswear brand Erreà and the San Marino Football Federation (FSGC) have officially revealed the first bespoke home and away kits for the newly established San Marino women's senior national football team. Founded earlier this year under the guidance of head coach Giulia Domenichetti, the squad will debut the new uniforms in their first official international friendly matches against Liechtenstein and Gibraltar.
Both jerseys take direct inspiration from San Marino's most famous national symbols, the Three Towers of Mount Titano: Guaita, Cesta, and Montale. The home shirt is predominantly white with delicate celeste blue and dark blue accents on the polo-style V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs. Subtly woven into the fabric is an embossed tone-on-tone pattern representing the historic towers, paired with matching white shorts and socks.
The away jersey flips the color scheme into a deep navy blue, highlighted by vertical repeating silhouettes of the Three Towers across the front. White side panels and light blue trim on the collar add sharp contrast, accompanied by matching navy shorts and socks. Both kits are produced using Erreà's lightweight Future fabric as part of the UEFA Kit Assistance Scheme, and feature custom "FSGC 1931" tape inside the back collar.
Champions League 'Debut' Sleeve Patches Make On-Pitch Debut
The brand-new UEFA Champions League 'Debut' sleeve patch made its official on-pitch appearance during Matchday 1 of the 26-27 season. Introduced through a collaboration between UEFA, UC3, and Topps (Fanatics Collectibles), the initiative is designed to highlight and celebrate players making their first-ever career appearance in Europe's premier club competition.
The special badge adds a curved blue emblem featuring the word 'DEBUT' integrated into the bottom of the iconic Champions League Starball sleeve badge, including the club badge of honour editions. The patch is strictly awarded for active on-pitch participation, meaning only starting players and substituted debutants wear it. Unused substitutes on the bench do not qualify until they physically step onto the pitch, and a player can only wear the debut badge once in their entire career.
The badge also bridges the gap between matchday kit and football memorabilia. Following the match, the blue 'DEBUT' element is removed from the player's match-worn jersey, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, and delivered to Topps. It will then be permanently embedded into a unique 1-of-1 autographed trading card for upcoming Topps collections, while the underlying badge remains visible on the shirt so the player can retain their jersey as a personal memento.
Next-Gen Puma Future 10 Prototype Spotted - Netfit Return?
Chelsea star and key Puma athlete Morgan Rogers has been spotted testing an intriguing all-white prototype during training, providing the first clear look at what is expected to be the next-generation Puma Future 10 football boots.
The most striking detail of the blackout/whiteout boot is a completely overhauled upper construction. Shifting away from the FUZIONFIT systems that defined recent iterations including the Future 9, the prototype features a distinct honeycomb-patterned structure. This textured webbing strongly recalls Puma's original Netfit concept from early Future models, hinting at a revived or modernized take on fully customizable lockdown and dynamic fit.
Along with the revamped upper, the boots appear to feature a low-profile knit collar and a lightweight soleplate tailored for agility and sharp turns. With top endorsers like Rogers already putting prototypes through their paces, the next-gen Puma Future 10 is expected to debut in late 2026 or early 2027 during the 26-27 season.