Nike Wins The Euro 2016 Boot And Kit Battle
It was not only the title-winning goal this time. After Mario Götze two years ago scored the decisive goal in the 2014 World Cup final wearing the all-new Nike Magista Obra boot, a Nike boot this year was not only worn by a player to score the title-winning goal, but also the majority of goals were scored in France by players wearing Nike cleats. We take a closer look at the Euro 2016 kit and boot battle to see which brand ultimately won the tournament.
"We are very proud to have seen two Nike teams playing the European final in Paris and we congratulate Portugal for its achievement. Portugal demonstrated tremendous team spirit and resilience today to achieve victory in spite of the loss of their captain Cristiano Ronaldo. The game marks a terrific summer for Nike Football and confirms our global leadership in the most popular game," states Bert Hoyt, Vice President and General Manager Nike Western Europe.
First-Ever Euro Champion to Wear Nike Kits
Portugal is the first-ever Euro champion to wear a kit by the Swoosh after most of all previous winners wore Adidas kits, except Denmark who won thee 1992 title with jerseys from Hummel. However, the majority of kits worn in this year's Euro were made by Adidas (9 in total), closely followed by Nike (6) and Puma (5). But while Puma definitely lost the Euro kit battle as their kits 'ripped apart by paper', it was the small Italian brand Errea who could gain the most attention in this year's Euro with Iceland's impressive and unexpected Euro campaign. Here are some more facts.
- Germany's jersey sales are much lower than compared to the 2014 World Cup when Adidas sold more than 3 million kits
- Sales of the FFF national jersey are extremely strong compared to 2014
Over 50% of Goals Scored in Euro 2016 Have Been in Nike Boots
While with Griezmann a Puma player won the Golden Boot, it was Nike who definitely dominated the Euro 2016 boot battle. Not only the Euro-winning goal was scored by a player wearing Nike cleats (Eder - Nike Mercurial Vapor 11), the majority of goals was also scored by players wearing boots from the Swoosh (59 goals - 59% - In 2014 the majority of goals was scored by players wearing Adidas cleats). Nike is followed by Adidas (31 goals - 30%) and Puma (11 goals - 12%).
Over 60% of all players in Euro 2016 have worn Nike boots
The boot that scored the most goals was the Nike Mercurial (36 goals), followed by two Adidas boots (Adidas X and Adidas Ace - 22 and 9 goals, respectively). Here are some more facts (Check out the Euro 2016 section at www.footballbootsdb.com for all details):
- Over 60% of all players in Euro 2016 have worn Nike boots
- Griezmann scored half of all Puma Euro 2016 goals
- Only two goals were scored by players not wearing boots from Adidas, Nike or Puma (Mizuno and New Balance, one goal respectively)
- Cristiano Ronaldo is currently the joint top scorer in Championship history
It was definitely Nike's Euro, even though Adidas has been the official supplier and sponsor of the tournament. What was the biggest surprise this Euro for you in terms of boots and kits? Let us know in the comments below and recap all what happened in terms of boots and kits this Euro here.
Fujieda MYFC 26-27 Kits Released
Japanese J2 League club Fujieda MYFC have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 kits, produced by sportswear brand Gol. Designed under the theme "Merge," the new shirts symbolize the fusion of the ball, boots, players' spirit, fans, and partners uniting for the upcoming season. The collection features bespoke graphic patterns across the home, away, and goalkeeper jerseys, with sponsor logos cleanly integrated throughout the designs. The new Fujieda MYFC 2026-27 kits will be available to purchase starting in late June 2026 via the official J.League online store.
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.
