All-New Adidas X 2016 SL Boots Revealed
Mar 31, 2016, by Chris
Introducing the totally new Adidas X SL. The Adidas X 15 SL Soccer Cleat is a ultra-lightweight version of the Adidas X boot. The Adidas X 15+ SL was launched today and will go on sale on April 1, 2016.
Set to be worn by the likes of Thomas Müller and Luis Suarez, Real Madrid superstar Karim Benzema already laced up in the new Adidas X 15+ model in last weekend's La Liga clash against Sevilla.
Adidas X 15+ SL - White / Semi Solar Slime / Shock Blue / Black
This is the release colorway of the Adidas X SL 2016 Football Boot.
Featuring the same colors as the white Adidas X 15 Boots that were already unveiled, the launch colorway of the Adidas X SL Boots combines the main color white with black, light green and blue. However, while the colors of the boots may be the same, there are already various design differences between the traditional version of the boots and the all-new Adidas X SL.
While the regular editions of the Adidas X 15 Boots come with a completely white upper, the Adidas X 15+ SL Soccer is black in the rear area of the boots. The Adidas X 15+ SL also has a remarkable X-Cage that is designed to look similar to carbon-fibre. Thee cleat boasts shimmering blue studs and a metallic X logo on the tongue.
The Adidas X 15+ SL comes with a synthetic material in the heel area that is made for lightweight, a sock-like fit and stability and features a tongue-less design, just as the Adidas X Primeknit Boots. The boot also has the same sole plate as all other high-end versions of the Adidas X.
The complete front part of the Adidas X 15+ SL is made of a microfiber material. Adidas added a ultra-thin synthetic layer on top of it for a cleaner and more responsive surface, while the X-Cage area was kept 'open' to show the underlying texture.
The Adidas X 15+ will hit stores on 1 April 2016 for 250 USD (250 Euro, 200 GBP). It is set to be worn by some of Adidas' most high-profile players such as Karim Benzema, Thomas Müller and Luis Suarez.
What do you think of the Adidas X SL? Let us know in the comments below, and also check out pictures of the much more revolutionary next-gen Adidas X 2016 SL Boots that were already worn by Bayern's Müller and Man Utd's Wilson some months ago.
T90-Inspired Nike Barclays WSL 26-27 Ball Released
Nike and the Women's Super League have officially revealed the official match ball for the 26-27 Barclays WSL and WSL2 seasons. Built on Nike's Control ball model, the design draws heavy inspiration from Nike's iconic Total 90 era, bringing a retro-infused visual identity to top-tier English women's football.
The design features vibrant multi-coloured rings and graphic lines in red, pink, blue, and black against a white base. These accents are arranged to create a subtle strobe effect when spinning in flight, aiding visibility for players on the pitch. The Barclays WSL version features a gold Nike Swoosh inside the signature circular ring, while the WSL2 edition showcases a silver Swoosh paired with bright pink detailing.
Underneath the graphics, the ball utilizes Nike Control technology with debossed grooves and engineered paneling designed to deliver stable aerodynamics and consistent touch in all conditions. The new ball will be used across all 26-27 WSL, WSL2, and domestic cup matches.
FIFA Kit Creator Adds Dozens of New Old & 26-27 Kit Templates
FIFA Kit Creator has expanded their extensive template library with a large batch of brand-new jersey structures.
The latest update introduces base designs for the upcoming 26-27 season alongside classic retro cuts from iconic past eras. Creators matteuscm and KARAVASHKIN contributed heavily to this release, bringing fresh builds across major manufacturers including Adidas, Nike, Puma, Castore, Hummel, and Umbro. Among the modern additions are official base templates for upcoming club kits such as the Adidas 26-27 AS Roma and Tiro 27 cuts, the Nike 26-27 SC Freiburg template, Castore 26-27 Everton home layout, and new Puma designs for Palmeiras and Fluminense.
Updated national team templates for Ireland, Denmark, Indonesia, and DR Congo are also now available for creators to customize.
Beyond contemporary 26-27 cuts, the update adds several famous historical templates. Users can create concepts using nostalgic patterns like the Adidas 2004 Greece home template, the 05-06 AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen cuts, Nike 2010 and 2014 Brazil silhouettes, and Puma 2006 Italy away template.
All new template options are live and available on FIFA Kit Creator.
Outstanding CP Cacereño 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Spanish club CP Cacereño and new kit supplier Hummel have officially unveiled the team's new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. Marking the beginning of their technical partnership, Hummel has created two distinct custom designs heavily inspired by local culture and mythology.
The CP Cacereño 26-27 home kit features a rich green base dominated by an intricate graphic depicting dragon scales across the front panel. The design links directly to the club's release slogan, "No soy un futbolista, soy un dragón". White detailing is applied to the classic collar, sleeve cuffs, Hummel chevrons, and sponsor logos to complete the jersey.
The 26-27 away kit presents a half-and-half split layout featuring a white base paired with an orange front panel. The bottom portion of the shirt highlights a graphic illustration of the historic fortress walls of Cáceres alongside dragon tail motifs, finished with fine black detailing along the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs.
Samsunspor 26-27 Home Kit Released
Turkish Süper Lig club Samsunspor has officially launched its new striped home kit for the 26-27 season, produced by Hummel.
The Hummel Samsunspor 26-27 home jersey features vertical red stripes over a white base, paired with plain white sleeves accented by red sleeve cuffs. A red polo collar with white edge piping and a red V-neck inset gives the shirt a classic look, while iconic white Hummel chevrons rest on the shoulders.
The reverse side of the shirt incorporates a white back panel for player names and numbers, framed by red stripe details at the top and bottom hem, along with red Samsunspor lettering printed on the upper back. The kit is now officially available for pre-order.
Lazio End Polymarket Shirt Sponsorship Deal After Italian Regulatory Block
SS Lazio's front-of-shirt sponsorship deal with prediction market platform Polymarket has come to an abrupt end just months after being announced. The multi-year agreement, signed in April 2026 and valued at over 20 million euros, faced immediate trouble following regulatory action in Italy. The Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) placed Polymarket on its blacklist, classifying the platform as an unlicensed gambling operator and blocking domain access nationwide.
Following the ban, Lazio removed all Polymarket branding from their official website, club store, and team kits. The Biancocelesti took the field with blank kit fronts during their recent 26-27 pre-season friendly against Avellino. This rapid disappearance comes shortly after the club had finally resolved a three-year shirt sponsor drought that dated back to the end of the 22-23 season.
Reports indicate that Lazio and Polymarket are now negotiating an economic resolution to terminate the partnership. A financial settlement will allow the club to clear any contractual obligations and seek a replacement main sponsor before the 26-27 Serie A season kicks off.