Why Is Gerard Pique Only Wearing Blackout Boots in Barcelona's Training Sessions?
FC Barcelona's center back Gerard Pique, who has been sponsored by Nike for the past few years, has been lacing up in blackout Nike Tiempo Legend 6 Soccer Cleats in all of Barcelona's recent training session. And even though he switched back to branded Nike Tiempo Legend VI Boots for Barcelona's official matches each time, there logically still emerges the question why he is only wearing blackout boots when training. So let's consult the most likely reasons.
Gerard Pique Laces Up in Blackout Nike Tiempo Legend 6 Boots in All of Barcelona's Training Session
Close-up pictures of the blackout boots worn by Gerard Pique.
The first and most obvious option why Gerard Piqué is wearing blackout boots would be that he is not 100% happy with the standard edition of the next-gen Nike Tiempo Legend 6 Boots and therefore received a modified version of the cleats from Nike. However, while this option is usually most likely, the close-up pictures reveal that he is wearing what is almost certain a non-modified blackout version of the boots. So let's see what's the second option.
The second most likely option would be that Piqué is set to leave the Swoosh and therefore wears unbranded boots. However, as their are neither any rumors that he could leave Nike and as he always switched back to branded boots for official matches, that's anything but likely in this case. However, we still have a completely different suspicion, and for us this hunch is the most likely one.
Dónde están las míticas botas negras de toda la vida? pic.twitter.com/qbqj2rvreB
— Gerard Piqué (@3gerardpique) April 4, 2015We think that Piqué's reason for wearing blackout boots is that he just don't like any colorful elements on football boots and therefore opts for blackout boots whenever it's possible. He even wrote on Twitter that he would miss the "classic mystic black boots" almost one year ago, which makes this option not less likely.
Do you think that we are on the right track this time? Let us know in the comments below.
Portugal Players to Wear Special Diogo Jota Tribute Bracelets at 2026 World Cup
The Portugal national team will wear special tribute bracelets throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup in memory of Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away last summer. The initiative comes from Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, who personally gifted the custom accessories to the players and staff ahead of the tournament.
Each custom bracelet features the individual player's name alongside Diogo Jota's name, serving as a constant reminder of their late teammate. The squad is set to keep the bracelets on during all of their matches in the World Cup, honoring Jota's legacy on the biggest stage in international football.
Manchester United 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - 7 New Pictures
Footy Headlines can now leak 7 new pictures of the Manchester United 26-27 third kit. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
The Manchester United 26-27 third kit is inspired by the Lancashire rose and pays homage to the Salford Lads Club, incorporating design elements from the club's entrance signage.
The kit is mainly off-white with dark green and maroon accents, featuring a Lancashire rose pattern on the shirt and shorts, and a bespoke sign-off badge on the back collar with 'Manchester United Football Club' text.
EXCLUSIVE: Adidas To Release 'Chaos vs Control' Boots Pack - 2026 World Cup Finals?
Adidas will release a new 'Chaos vs Control' soccer cleat pack on July 8. The Adidas Chaos vs Control pack might serve as a special 2026 World Cup boots pack, with a timing that would be perfectly placed to capitalize on the tournament's peak stages as the knockout rounds get underway.
We have no further details about the Adidas Chaos vs Control pack yet, but the name suggests a striking two-sided design concept, representing the two opposing boots - Predator & F50 Hyperfast.
The Adidas Chaos vs Control pack will be available from Wednesday, July 8.
What are you expecting from the new Adidas cleat pack? Let us know in the comments below.
