Boot Watch #016 - Unreleased, Custom and Classic Boots
It seems the recent national team kits influx has caught us of guard a bit, but anyway, here we are with Boot Watch #016. We hope you enjoy it enough to look past the delay.
Guillermo Beltran - Nike Mercurial Vapor X
The Copa Libertadores was the stage for what appears to have been the world premiere of the stunning next Nike Mercurial Vapor X colorway.
Thiago Motta - Mizuno Morelia II
Someone else's boots who caught the people's attention this week where Thiago Motta's timeless Mizuno Morelia II football boots, although it wasn't exactly for the right reasons.
Evie Clarke - Pantofolo D'Oro Lazzarini
England U19's Evie Clarke, who was already featured in this series last month, laced up in all-red Pantofolo D'Oro Lazzarinis this week.
Truong Dinh Luat - Nike Air Legend III
Vietnamese center back Truong Dinh Luat was spotted wearing a classy pair of Nike Air Legend IIIs, released in 2010.
Victor Vazquez - Nike Tiempo Legend VI
Ever since hitting NIKEiD in December, the Nike Tiempo Legend VI has enjoyed great popularity amongst amateurs and professionals alike, the latest being Cruz Azul's Victor Vazquez, who created a stunning white-and-blue paint job for the iconic silo's latest rollout.
Yosuke Kashiwagi - Adidas Ace 15.1
Not only Nike's boots can be customized, obviously, as shown by Urawa Red Diamond's Yosuke Kashiwagi. This white, blue and red Adidas Ace 15 definitely isn't one for everyone, but maybe that's exactly the point of custom boots.
Giovanni Moreno - Adidas Ace 16.1 Primeknit
We've not really seen this Adidas Ace 16 paint job on the pitch yet, which is a shame.
Zheng Zheng - Nike Mercurial Vapor VIII
With the launch of the next-gen Nike Mercurial Vapor XI football boots around the corner, Zheng Zheng of Shandong Luneng decided to give the iconic, color-blocking Euro 2012 Nike Mercurial Vapor VII cleats a runout this week.
Almog Cohen - Adidas X 15.1
Ingolstadt's Almog Cohen was spotted wearing a pair of completely blacked-out Adidas X 15.1 football boots. It's not known whether the Israelian is on the hunt for a new contract or just enjoys a pair of classic cleats, although the latter options seems more likely considering he has been wearing the blackouts for a long time.
Hugo Almeida - Adidas Predator Instinct
Renowed for his powerful strike, Hannover 96 striker Hugo Almeida laced up in a pair of Adidas Predator Instinct soccer boots this weekend. This particular colorway, one of the last Predator launches ever, was released in January 2015.
Christopher Schorch - Nike Magista Obra
Energie Cottbus (German third division) defender Christopher Schorch this weekend wore what looks like the Academy Pack edition of the Nike Magista Obra boots, but are more likely just NIKEiD customs.
We hope you enjoyed this week's spots and, as always, please make sure to let us know if you find any errors or even suggest own spots we might have missed.
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.
Black/Green Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Boots Spotted
In the opening match between Haiti and Scotland, left-back Martin Expérience was spotted wearing the Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 boots in a black/green colorway. It is expected to be released soon.
