Totally New Puma evoTOUCH 2016-2017 Boots Released
The all-new Puma evoTOUCH 2016-2017 Football Boots are the first-ever high-cut boot from Puma, officially released today for the start of the 2016-17 season. Made for ultimate ball control, the Puma evoTOUCH 2016 Soccer Cleats combine a Kangaroo Leather upper with the high-cut collar concept that was introduced by Nike ahead of the 2014 World Cup.
Headlined by Chelsea's Cesc Fàbregas and Paris Saint-Germain's Marco Verratti, the all-new Puma evoTOUCH are Puma's fourth top-tier silo, joining the Puma evoPOWER (Power), Puma evoSPEED (Speed) and Puma King (Modern Heritage - no 'superstar' on-pitch support).
PUMA's Spanish midfield maestro Cesc Fàbregas said; "PUMA evoTOUCH is a great boot for my style of play, the connection and touch with the ball is very impressive which is important for maximum control on the ball. I’m impressed with the boot from the testing I have done and looking forward to getting back on-pitch and kicking of the new season with evoTOUCH."
Puma evoTOUCH PRO Black / White / Safety Yellow
This is the launch paint job of the all-new Puma evoTOUCH Cleats.
Using the classic main color black for the K-leather upper and eye-catching 'Safety Yellow' for the brand-new sock-like design, the launch colorway of the Puma evoTOUCH 2016-2017 Boots is designed to mirror the concept of the boot. That is is to merge a Kangaroo leather upper (traditional) with a high-angle collar and no tongue (cutting-edge).
Whereas the Puma evoSPEED Boot boasts a striking Puma writing on the instep, the Puma evoTOUCH 2016-2017 Soccer Cleat comes with the classic branding of Puma football boots on the instep and the outstep. On the 'tongue' of the boots is the evoTOUCH branding, while a triangular pattern seen amongst others on the heel tab is the new distinctive mark of the silo. But now let's get into the tech details of the Puma evoTOUCH 2016-2017 Boots.
The Puma evoTOUCH PRO 2016 Boots combine a 'K-Touch' upper with an all-new 'evoKNIT' sock to 'mark a revolution in the field of leather football boots'. However, the whole concept is actually almost identical to the one of the Nike Magista Obra K-Leather Tech Craft Pack Boots.
The soft premium and ultra-thin Kangaroo leather upper (0.9 mm thin) offers ultimate ball control, combined with the new evoKNIT sock for a barefoot like feel and comfort. Most remarkably, Puma introduces GripTex for the inner sole and the heel tape. What's the aim of GripTex in these areas?
The internal GripTex technology is designed to ensure optimal grip and avoid slipping inside the shoe (This is actually almost identical to the concept of TruSox). Thanks to the evoKNIT sock 360° approach, the Puma evoTOUCH PRO Boots can be also worn barefoot.
The lightweight TPU outsole of the Puma evoTOUCH 2016 Boot features conical studs for rotational agility and SpeedTrack spine for enhanced reactivity and torsional stability.
The Puma evoSPEED Pro Football Boots weigh in at exactly 212 gram, which makes them about as heavy as the Nike Magista Obra Leather Boot. The best version of the Puma evoTOUCH will be called 'Puma evoTOUCH Pro', while the lower-tier models will be called Puma evoTOUCH 1, evoTOUCH 2 and evoTOUCH 3.
The Black, White and Safety Yellow Puma evoTOUCH 2016 Soccer Boots retail at a price of 250 Euro (250 USD, 185 GBP).
What do you think of the all-new Puma evoTOUCH 2016-2017 Boot? Let us know in the comments section below.
Matsumoto Yamaga 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Japanese J3 League club Matsumoto Yamaga FC have revealed their new 2026-27 home and away kits. The new Adidas Matsumoto Yamaga 2026-27 shirts introduce bespoke designs for the club.
Como 1907 Announce Kit Design Contest
Italian club Como 1907 has launched a new design contest, inviting fans and designers to create a new look for the team. While the official announcement asked supporters to design a t-shirt for Como, it is likely that the club is referring to a football kit, given the context of the post and the reactions from the fanbase.
The club has kept the instructions incredibly open, stating there is no brief, no rules, and no excuses. To enter the competition, fans simply need to create their design, post it on Instagram, and tag the official Como 1907 account.
The announcement has already sparked significant interest online, with numerous supporters sharing their concepts and ideas. Whether the winning design will be produced as an official match kit, a pre-match shirt, or a special edition lifestyle item remains to be seen, but it offers a unique opportunity for fans to leave their mark on the club's visual identity.
FIFA Denies Guillermo Ochoa 2026 World Cup Legacy Patch Over Appearance Rules
Guillermo Ochoa has been denied the chance to wear FIFA's new legacy patch at the 2026 World Cup. Despite being selected for six World Cup tournaments spanning from 2006 to 2026, the Mexican goalkeeper does not meet the strict criteria set by FIFA. The governing body requires players to have made on-pitch appearances in at least five different World Cups to qualify for the special badge.
Ochoa did not play any minutes during the 2006 and 2010 tournaments, meaning he has only registered on-pitch appearances in three World Cups prior to the 2026 edition. Because of this, FIFA officially refused to award him the patch. Other veterans playing in the tournament, such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, Manuel Neuer, and Yuto Nagatomo, have received the legacy patch for meeting the five-tournament appearance threshold.
The Mexican Football Federation is reportedly planning to push for a reconsideration of the ruling. If Ochoa features in a match during the 2026 tournament, the federation intends to appeal FIFA's decision in hopes of securing the legacy patch for the veteran goalkeeper.
Yokohama FC 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Japanese J2 League club Yokohama FC have officially released their new Puma 2026-27 home, away, and goalkeeper kits. The new Yokohama FC 26-27 shirts feature an abstract graphic design that represents flow and movement across all the jerseys. The home jersey is predominantly blue, while the away kit is white. The goalkeeper kits complete the collection in red and yellow colorways. The Puma Yokohama FC 2026-27 kits are available to purchase via the club's online store.
