Boot Watch #013 | Very Many Very Interesting Boots
Welcome to Boot Watch #012. This week's football boots world was not very boring as Nike released seven signature Nike Tiempo Legend Boots. However, we still think that there can't be enough boots. So we yet again included as many interesting boots in this week's Boots Watch as possible for us - ranging from utterly classy custom boots to an all-new boot silo.
Blaise Matuidi - Nike Magista Obra BHM
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Blaise Matuidi finally debuted the stunning Nike Magista Obra Black History Month Boots in the Champions League clash against Chelsea last week. However, while he debuted the boots on Tuesday, he was back in the standard Nike Magista Obra Boots Colorway in Saturday's Ligue 1 match against Stade de Reims.
Thomas Müller - Adidas X Skeleton
FC Bayern Munich striker Thomas Müller already showed off his black boots more than one week ago. However, while we first though that Müller was wearing the limited edition Adidas X Fluid Black Pack Boots (scheduled to be released next month), we now know that Müller was wearing a totally new boot silo - the Adidas X15+ Skeleton.
Hulk - Mizuno Morelia Neo Origami Concept
Zenit superstar Hulk laced up in the ultra-classy Mizuno Morelia Neo Origami Concept Soccer Cleats in this week's Champions League clash against Benfica. The Mizuno Morelia Origami Concept Edition highlights the importance of peace with a subtle upper graphic pattern that shows the famous Origami Peace Crane.
Federico Vilar (Tijuana) - Red Adidas Predator Instinct
Club Tijuana goalkeeper Federico Vilar laced up in a 'red-out' version of the Adidas Predator Instinct Boot with a quite remarkable white tape on the upper.
Javier Pastore | Nike Magista Obra
PSG midfielder Javier Pastore made the switch from the Nike Mercurial Superfly to the Nike Magista Obra.
Paul Pogba Set to Join Adidas
La Gazzetta dello Sport yesterday reported that Paul Pogba has signed a contract with Adidas worth €40 million over ten years. However, Paul Pogba still laced up in his unbranded blackout laceless Adidas Ace PureControl boots in Juventus' last match ahead of the CL clash Bayern Munich.
Josee Belanger | Red Adidas Gloro 16.1
Canadian international Josee Belanger opted for the classy red, white and black edition of the Adidas Gloro 2016 Boots in the crucial CONCACAF Olympic Qualifying Semi-finals match against Costa Rica that secured Canada their spot in the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Kenny Saief | Nike Premier White / Red
KAA Gent's Kenny Saief made a classy statement on the pitch against German side VfL Wolfsburg wearing the white and red edition of the Nike Premier that was released as part of the Nike Tiempo Legends Premier Pack.
Stefano Okaka Chuka | Blacked-Out Adidas Ace 16+ Primeknit
RSC Anderlecht's Stefano Okaka Chuka has become the first player to be spotted wearing a blacked-out version of the second-gen Adidas Ace Boots that were, interestingly, just sent out to players around one month ago.
Yoann Barbet - Gold Nike Magista Obra iD
Yoann Barbet from English Championship club Brentford made a bold statement on the pitch wearing a golden version of the Nike Magista Obra Boots that he created with NikeId.
??? - Blacked-out Nike Mercurial Vapor X Boots
A player from Polish side Olimpii Grudziądz was spotted wearing a unique blacked-out version of the white and lime green Nike Mercurial Vapor X Boots that were launched more than a year ago.
We hope you enjoyed reading through this week's Boot Watch as much as last week. And as always, please let us know if you have another spot or found an error.
Ajax to Lose Ziggo as Main Shirt Sponsor
Dutch telecommunications company Ziggo has announced it will step down as the main shirt sponsor of Ajax following the conclusion of the 2026-27 season. This decision will bring an end to a long-standing partnership that first began in January 2015, marking a 12.5-year run on the front of the iconic Amsterdam kits.
VodafoneZiggo stated that the decision not to extend the current agreement stems from a strategic shift to focus on new brand initiatives and partnerships outside of football. The current deal, which is reportedly valued at around €10 million to €12 million per year, leaves a significant commercial spot to fill on the Ajax jersey.
Ajax is now actively searching for a replacement main sponsor to take over the front-of-shirt rights starting from the 2027-28 season. Fans will see the familiar Ziggo logo on the club's shirts for one final campaign before a new era begins for the Dutch giants.
Dynamo Dresden 26-27 Goalkeeper Kit Released
The new SG Dynamo Dresden goalkeeper kit for the 2026-27 season was officially unveiled today.
Manufactured by Jako, the shirt introduces a highly unique look for the German club's shot-stoppers. The Jako Dynamo Dresden 2026-27 goalkeeper shirt features a striking design in the club's traditional black, yellow, white, and maroon colors.
It serves as a direct homage to the Aufstiegsfischerhut, a promotion fisherman's hat, and incorporates various 90s cult design elements into a collage-like pattern across the front. The unconventional aesthetic of the kit has drawn mixed reactions from the fanbase. While some supporters appreciate the bold 90s-inspired uniqueness, others feel the busy pattern is somewhat overwhelming.
Chemnitzer FC 26-27 Away Kit Released
German Regionalliga Nordost club Chemnitzer FC has officially revealed their new 2026-27 away kit. Manufactured by Jako, the new Chemnitz shirt will be worn by the team during the upcoming season as they compete in Germany's fourth tier.
The Jako Chemnitzer FC 26-27 away shirt is built upon a dark navy blue base, which is elevated by a subtle, repeating textured stripe pattern woven directly into the front of the fabric.
To provide a striking and highly customized contrast against the dark background, all of the primary applications are executed in a vibrant sky blue. This includes a premium 3D silicone club crest, the Jako manufacturer branding, and the logos of all current sponsors, who agreed to alter their corporate colors to match the kit's cohesive aesthetic.
Subtle contrasting sky blue stripes on the collar and sleeve cuffs complete the clean design. The jersey also features the club's founding date, "15. Januar 1966," printed on the back of the neck as a nod to their history.
The new Chemnitzer FC 26-27 away kit is available to purchase soon for 74,95 Euro.
Partick Thistle 26-27 Home Kit Released
Scottish Championship club (second division) Partick Thistle have officially launched their new home kit for the 2026-27 season. Produced by Macron in partnership with KitKing, the new strip will be worn during the club's upcoming William Hill Championship campaign.
The Macron Partick Thistle 2026-27 home shirt features the club's traditional red and yellow vertical stripes. Launched under the theme 'Red and yellow, forever and always', the design offers a classic and straightforward look.
Rüdiger Wears Unreleased Next-Gen Under Armour Magnetico 6 Boots at 2026 World Cup
During Germany's opening fixture, towering defender Antonio Rüdiger has been spotted wearing the unreleased sixth generation of the brand's flagship control boot: the Under Armour Magnetico 6. Story via abcdefutbol.
The Under Armour Magnetico 6 soccer cleats feature a striking metallic silver base. To provide a sharp contrast, the boot utilizes a solid black heel counter, collar, and lacing system. The standout design element is the iconic Under Armour logo on the heel, which is filled with a vibrant, bright pink.
The Magnetico 6 appears to retain the silo's focus on a flexible, form-fitting upper designed for close control and comfort.
What are your thoughts on this silver, black, and pink colorway for the upcoming Under Armour Magnetico 6 football boots? Let us know in the comments below.
Endrick Wears Unreleased New Balance Tekela Boots in 2026 World Cup Training
Brazil youngster Endrick has worn an unreleased teal and lime green colorway of the New Balance Tekela V5 football boots. On the heel is the Brazilian's signature logo.
South Korea Forced to Change Away Kit Font Color for 2026 World Cup
South Korea have been forced to change the nameset color on their 2026 away kit to comply with FIFA equipment regulations. The original light green names and numbers, which were worn during the team's pre-tournament friendlies, have been replaced with navy for the 2026 World Cup.
The change was made to increase the visibility of the names and numbers from a distance. The original light green color did not provide enough contrast against the light purple and white camouflage-style pattern of the Nike away shirt, violating FIFA's strict rules regarding the legibility of player identification.
The updated navy nameset was debuted in South Korea's second match of the tournament, providing a stark contrast to the shirt's base design and ensuring full compliance with FIFA's visibility standards.
CD Numancia 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Spanish club CD Numancia and their long-time technical sponsor Erreà have officially unveiled the club's new kits for the 2026-27 season. The launch celebrates a historic milestone, marking 20 years of uninterrupted partnership between the team and the Italian sportswear brand. To honor this two-decade collaboration, the new designs reinterpret the essence of the original kits from the 2006-07 season, when Erreà first began outfitting the Soria-based side.
The CD Numancia 2026-2027 home kit returns to the club's traditional deep red base with blue details, directly inspired by the 2006-07 template. It features a classic central shield placement, reviving a vintage aesthetic that defined the early days of the partnership. The away kit reverses this color scheme, utilizing a crisp white base with red and blue accents. Rounding out the set, the third kit introduces a clean black design with red and white elements that firmly connect to Numancia's identity.
Nike x G-Dragon South Korea 2026 World Cup Collection Debuted
In the recent match between South Korea and Mexico, the South Korean players wore special anthem jackets and pre-match shirt from a lifestyle collection created in collaboration with global star G-Dragon.
