Recap: All Nike Packs of the Year
As Nike has completed its football boot operations for this year, let's take a look at all the different, more or less well-known packs released by the Swoosh throughout the last twelve months.
In total, Nike released ten football boot packs over the year, ranging from the understated cool of the Academy Pack to the utterly bold Intense Heat and Lightning Storm collections.
Nike Shine Through Collection
Nike kicked off things with the classy Shine Through Collection. Inspired by the first white football boots which started popping up in the 1970s, Nike designed low-key paint jobs for the Hypervenom, Magista, Mercurial and Tiempo boots.
All four boots included in the Nike Shine Through Collection feature a white upper, while the colors of the respective follow-up boots were utilized as highlight accents in the Swoosh and sole plates.
Nike Highlight Pack
The Nike Shine Through Collection proved very popular among professionals and amateurs alike and was in use for almost four months. Previewed with the accent colors of the white pack, the Nike Highlight Pack was unveiled in early February, but only worn by players participating in the latter stages of the Champions League.
Nike Intense Heat Pack
If anybody thought things couldn't get more striking after this, Nike was ready to prove everyone wrong with the Intense Heat Pack. This time, the inspiration lay in the intensity of the critical part of the season, resulting in very saturated, bold colorways for all boots.
All four of the bright uppers are united by the same color-shifting Swoosh. The lenticular effect on the Swoosh creates depth and variance in its color, which appeared prominently purple on the pitch.
Nike Academy Pack
In stark contrast to everything unveiled so far, Nike launched the all-black Academy Pack in April. Inspired by blackout test boots, as well as black boot rules so common at different pro club academies, the four boots launched as part of the Nike Academy Pack featured only subtle Volt details on the sole plate and insole.
Proving to be one of the most popular pack of the year, the Nike Academy Pack was even re-issued later on, this time including the meanwhile-released Nike Hypervenom II.
Nike Silver Storm Collection
For the summer, Nike had something different in mind altogether. The boots of the Nike Silver Storm Collection boasted understated Wolf Grey uppers and included the second generation of the Nike Hypervenom for the first time.
Once again giving a hint at the colors to come, the Nike Silver Storm Collection boots featured bold, colorful brandings.
Nike Lightning Storm Pack
The Silver Storm evolved to a Lightning Storm in July, brining the world utterly bold paint jobs for the Nike Hypervenom, Magista, Mercurial and Tiempo. Interestingly, the Nike Lightning Storm Pack had two different colors for the Hypervenom, one orange and one green, with the latter being exclusive to the silo's cover boy Neymar.
Nike Tech Craft
In August, Nike stepped into the unknown, releasing a totally new kind of football boots. The cleats of the Nike Tech Craft Collection were based on the Nike Lightning Storm Pack colorways, while a thin black layer of kangaroo-leather was stitched onto the synthetic material in the forefoot part.
By doing this, Nike aimed to recreate the sublime touch of an actual leather boot and mix it with the technological and durability advantages of modern, synthetic materials.
Nike Electro Flare Pack
For its penultimate regular soccer cleat pack of the year, the Electro Flare Pack, Nike once again prepared a set of unprecedented and bold looks. The boots of the Nike Electro Flare Pack combine two-color uppers with bold Volt splash effects, designed to stand out on the pitch.
Nike Tech Craft Volt Collection
In November, Nike updated the Tech Craft Collection with new Volt / Canvas paint jobs. Definitely an eye-catching and unusual design, the Volt Tech Craft Collection didn't receive any on-pitch player support.
Nike Liquid Chrome Pack
Just recently, Nike closed up its cycle of 2015 boot releases with the launch of the Liquid Chrome Pack, featuring shiny, reflective uppers inspired by liquid chrome, the most reflective material there is. The first-ever Nike Tiempo Legend VI colorway is part of the collection, although arguably it doesn't really fit in with the rest.
One year, ten football boot packs. Which one of Nike's 2015 boot collections is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below.
Vintage Football Shirts
from Cult Kits
2000/01 Valencia Aimar #22 Home Shirt (M) Nike
2001/02 Atletico Madrid *BNWT* Nike Cotton Hand Towel
1990 Umbro #19 Italia 90 *BNWT* Reissue Template Away Shirt (Multiple Sizes)
2002/03 Venezia Home Shirt (XL) Kelme
2015/16 Colombia Away Shirt (M) Adidas
2001 Brent And Colleagues For England
2003/04 Juventus Del Piero #10 L/S Home Shirt (L) Nike
1992 Tottenham Hotspur FC – #1 - Digital Print
1996/97 Wolves Away Shirt (S) Puma
Over Land And Sea
Konyaspor 26-27 Special Kit Vote
Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor has officially handed the design reins to its supporters by launching a fan vote to select the club's 2026-27 alternative kit, with three bespoke Hummel designs currently up for debate.
The "Anatolian Eagles" are offering a diverse menu of choices: a vibrant green-and-white checkered pattern that evokes a classic retro feel, a clean half-and-half vertical split with intricate chevron detailing on the sleeves, and a minimalist white base featuring a sharp green horizontal band across the chest.
In a nod to the club's heritage, the poll is scheduled to close this Friday, May 15 at exactly 19:22 - a tribute to the club’s founding year.
Vote here now: https://www.konyaspor.org.tr/forma-oylama
UEFA Unveil Official 2026 Champions League Final Jersey for Budapest
UEFA have officially unveiled the commemorative jersey for the 2026 Champions League final, set to take place at the Puskás Aréna on May 30, 2026. The limited-edition shirt celebrates the culture and architecture of Budapest, combining local inspiration with signature Champions League branding.
The jersey features a modern graphic design with abstract paint-splatter effects and architectural references inspired by the Hungarian capital. On the front, the shirt includes a stylized illustration of the Puskás Arena alongside the iconic Champions League starball logo, while the official Budapest 2026 final emblem appears centrally on the design. The back carries the number “26”, completing the event-specific identity.
UEFA will make the shirt available through the official Champions League store and selected retailers in Budapest ahead of the final. The jersey will also appear in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team during a special in-game campaign running from May 23 to 30.
What do you think of UEFA’s official Budapest 2026 final jersey? Let us know in the comments below.
Jeonbuk Hyundai 2026 ‘Black Label’ Special Kit Released
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors have revealed a new “Black Label” special kit, described by the club as an “unexpected charm” inspired by darkness, gold accents and a more intense visual identity.
The special edition was created together with artists Lee Yongwoo and Pipimik. According to the club, the design combines a quieter and more refined mood with stronger visual impact.
There is also a yellow kit - this serves as the keeper.
The “Black Label” jersey will first go on sale at the official club store from May 15 to 17 before an online release from May 19 to 21. Players are set to debut the shirt on May 17 against Gimcheon Sangmu FC.
FC Sion x Lydie&Sasha 26-26 Special Kit Released
FC Sion have unveiled a special-edition kit for the final home game of the 2025-26 season against FC Lugano. The unique shirt was created in collaboration with Valais-based graphic designers Lydie Sarrasin and Sasha Piaia, continuing the club’s recent tradition of working with local artists on special kits.
The design boasts a very more modern look. According to FC Sion, the shirt is intended as a bridge between generations, mixing classic football aesthetics with forward-looking visual elements. The kit will be worn in the final home match at the Stade de Tourbillon.
The limited-edition shirt will be sold exclusively on matchday in the stadium fanshop
FC Luzern 125th Anniversary 26-27 Home Kit Released
FC Luzern have unveiled their new 2026-27 home kit, debuting it in the final home game against FC Zürich. Made by Erreà, the new shirt replaces the traditional white details with gold elements, giving the kit a darker and more elegant appearance for the club’s 125th anniversary season.
The new FC Luzern home shirt features a deep navy base combined with gold logos, names and numbers, while subtle ornamental graphics inspired by the Rathaussteg bridge connect the design to the city of Lucerne. A special anniversary crest can also be added to the sleeve.
The red sponsor logo breaks up the design - the Luzern Women team kit comes with a much nicer gold sponsor.
The move away from white is a temporary one, with the club stressing that blue and white remain the official colours of FC Luzern.
What do you think of the new FC Luzern 2026-27 home kit? Let us know in the comments below.
