Top 5 November 2016 Football Launches
November 2016 will be an even more interesting month as October for new football boot releases, while we will also see big and expected football kit launches after last month brought us an unexpected reveal of Spain's new away kit. We take a detailed look at the five biggest soccer launches in November 2016, which will also include the first next-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly CR7 boot that was originally expected to be launched last month.
Adidas 2017 Confed Cup Kits
Adidas will launch new kits for next year's Confed Cup. While the new Germany 2017 Confed Cup jersey has been already leaked, it will be interesting to see how Russia's 2017 Confed Cup jersey will look like as there is no leak of that kit yet.
Nike Mercurial Superfly CR7 Boots - Chapter 3
CR7's new boot will be finally launched next month.
The launch of Cristiano Ronaldo's first fifth-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly signature edition is expected to be on November 10, and is also expected to be the first big boot launch of the year. Find out all you need to know about the Nike Mercurial Superfly CR7 Chapter 3 boots.
All-New Nike 2017 Kangaroo Leather Tech Craft Pack
Here is the first Tech Craft pack, released in early 2015.
Nike will finally bring back the Tech Craft kangaroo leather football boots in November 2016 after the first Tech Craft pack was released in late February 2015. All boots of the first Nike Tech Craft kangaroo leather pack apart from the Tiempo will be 'all-new' (Nike Hypervenom II, Nike Magista 2, Nike Mercurial Superfly V & Nike Mercurial Vapor IX).
New Nike Winter 2016 Colorways
In late November 2016, Nike is expected to conclude their regular outdoor soccer cleat launches with the release of awesome black colorways of their four boot silos that we will see on the pitch worn by their best players from early December 2016.
Next-Gen Adidas Ace PureControl
The launch of the all-new Adidas Ace 17 PureControl soccer boots with Boost technology will conclude the month. And that may be not as interesting as the all-new Adidas Glitch boot (launched on October 31), but is nevertheless a top release to round off the month.
Throughout The Month - The Unknown And Unexpected
As always, there will always be releases and launches that even we don't know before or that are not certain to be revealed, such as the Wayne Rooney Nike Hypervenom 250 goals edition that he will receive as soon as he scores his 250th goal for Man Utd (he hasn't scored since we wrote the article about the biggest launches of October, but just has to score four more goals for Man Utd).
Which release do you look most forward to this month? Let us know in the comments below.
1. FC Magdeburg 2026-27 Home Kit Released
FC Magdeburg and Hummel have officially revealed the club's new home kit for the 2026-27 2. Bundesliga season. The launch was announced under the club's hashtag #EINMALIMMER and brings back a classic design element from the team's history.
The Hummel 1. FC Magdeburg 2026-27 home shirt features a return to the popular striped look, combining the traditional blue and white colors to represent the club's identity. White Hummel chevrons adorn the shoulders, while the logos of sponsors Humanas and SWM are integrated in the club's colors. A special detail is found inside the collar, which pays tribute to Block U, the passionate supporter base of the team. Additionally, the club introduced a new font for the player names and numbers on the back.
Bohemians Praha 1905 26-27 Home Kit Released
Czech First League club Bohemians Praha 1905 have officially revealed their new 2026-27 home kit. Made by Puma, the new shirt will be worn in the upcoming domestic campaign.
The Puma Bohemians Praha 1905 2026-27 home jersey introduces a clean design in the club's traditional green and white colors. Produced by Puma, the kit stays true to the team's historic visual identity while offering a modern look for the Prague-based side as they prepare for the new season.
Standard Liege 26-27 Home Kit Released
Standard de Liège and Macron have officially unveiled the club's new 2026-27 home kit. The launch was accompanied by the message, "A shirt worn by a whole club," and features the club's employees modeling the new uniform.
The Macron Standard Liege 2026-27 home jersey features the traditional deep red base, highlighted by a subtle sublimated graphic of vertical stripes that thin out towards the center to create a sense of depth. A classic polo collar, embellished with a thin white line that is mirrored on the sleeve cuffs, adds a refined touch to the design. The white Macron Hero logo sits on the right chest opposite the embroidered club crest.
Arsenal 26-27 Away Kit Leaked - 2 New Pictures
Footy Headlines can leak 2 new pictures of the new Arsenal 26-27 away kit, long-sleeve version. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
Puma King Sole Plate Peels Off After Just Two World Cup 2026 Matches
Following just two matches at the tournament, close-up photos shared by @abcdefutbol reveal noticeable peeling and paint loss on the soleplate of the boots. This early degradation of a premium football boot raises questions about the materials used for the brand's latest footwear releases.
The boot issues add to a growing list of durability concerns for Puma during the 2026 tournament. Multiple national teams, including Morocco, Egypt, Paraguay, and Czechia, have experienced torn jerseys during match play.
Cristiano Ronaldo Wears Long Sleeves in 34 Degree Heat Against Uzbekistan
During Portugal's 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Uzbekistan in Houston, Texas, Cristiano Ronaldo caught the attention of kit enthusiasts for his unusual shirt choice. Despite the scorching 34 degrees Celsius heat, the Portuguese captain opted to wear a long-sleeved version of the Puma Portugal 2026 home shirt. Thanks to @jerseystory_vn.
Ronaldo was the only player on the pitch to wear long sleeves during the game. Throughout his career, he has frequently preferred long-sleeved shirts, making it his trademark look, but doing so in such extreme temperatures is highly uncommon. The decision did not seem to impact his performance on the pitch, as he scored a brace to help secure a victory for his national team.
Nike Cristiano Ronaldo 'Gold' Mercurial Superfly RGN Boots Released
Nike has officially released the special edition Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN football boot to celebrate Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable 20-year career and his legacy on the international stage. The metallic gold and white boots commemorate his unprecedented achievement of scoring in six different World Cup tournaments.
Officially named the Nike Mercurial Superfly RGN SE, the boots feature a striking metallic gold base with white accents. Tech-wise, they are based on the latest Mercurial Superfly, incorporating a 3/4-length Air Zoom unit, Flywire support, and a tacky soft upper finish for optimal ball control.
The Cristiano Ronaldo Nike Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN boots are available from today, June 24, 2026, retailing at 300 USD.