2016 Footy Headlines Boot Awards - Adidas Wins Most Innovative Football Brand Award
Dec 19, 2016, by Chris
Update - Results: More than 1,500 have voted for the most innovative soccer brand of the year, and the results are no surprise. Adidas has managed to gain 65% of all votes, while Nike reached 515 votes 32%) All other brands together have reached less than 3% of all votes.
Adidas Is the Most Innovative Football Brand of 2016
The Adidas Glitch is one of the most innovative soccer boots ever released.
With the end of the year in sight, we summarize up what brought us the year in terms of football boot brands. And after we already asked you what was the most innovative, worst and best football boot, respectively, we now ask you what was the most innovative football boot brand of the year.
Most Innovative Football Boot Brand of The Year
Here are some of the most innovative boots and technologies of the year - ranging from Adidas' laceless boots to Nike's Anti Clog technology.
2016 brought us three main innovations, two from Adidas (Laceless Adidas Ace PureControl, Adidas Glitch - football boot with interchangeable parts) and one from Nike (Ant-Clog technology). However, while Adidas' two big innovations made the headlines this year, Nike's Anti-Clog technology is likely the biggest improvement for football players as the last few weeks showed. Apart from Adidas and Nike, all other brands did not invent anything all-new, but nevertheless released some great boots such as the evoTOUCH (Puma), the Medusae (Umbro) and the Spotlight (Under Armour).
What was the most innovative boot brand of the year? Have we missed any game-chancing innovations of other brands? Let us know in the comments below.
Como 1907 Officially Reveal 26-27 Away Kit
Como 1907 has officially unveiled its new 26-27 away kit, produced by Adidas. The official announcement follows an early leak when midfielder Lucas Da Cunha was spotted wearing the shirt while signing autographs during the club's pre-season trip in the United Kingdom.
The Adidas Como 26-27 away jersey features a white base paired with dark blue details across the collar, sleeve cuffs, and classic three stripes on the shoulders. Giving the shirt a retro feel, it features the iconic Adidas Trefoil logo on the right chest opposite the club's crest, with Revolut taking position as the main front sponsor.
Set to make its debut in a pre-season fixture against Arsenal, the new away kit is already on sale at official physical retail locations and will be released on the club's online store soon.
Dortmund 26-27 Away Kit Leaked
Official photos of the Borussia Dortmund 26-27 away kit have appeared online, showcasing Puma's stealthy new design for the club's upcoming campaign. The shirt is built around a dark anthracite and black base, giving BVB a sleek look away from home. Big thansk to @KamilBerberler.
The jersey's defining feature is an all-over tonal abstract lightning bolt graphic woven into the fabric. Adding a touch of classic detail, Puma has included a buttoned collar with white contrast inserts at the back, paired with matching white trim on the sleeve cuffs. The BVB crest and Puma cat logo stand out in vibrant yellow, with the Vodafone sponsor logo placed prominently across the chest.
The full kit is completed with matching black shorts and black socks featuring white cuff details and yellow BVB 09 text.
Deportivo Genésis 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Honduran clib Deportivo Genésis have unveiled their new home, away and third kit ahead of the 26-27 season, made by local customizing brand Humminbird Printz.
The three designs share strong connection with the club's traditional colors: a blue home shirt with dark blue detailing, a striking away jersey with blue base and white gradient hoops, and a white third kit featuring classy blue pinstripes.
What do you think of Deportivo Genésis 26-27 kits by Humminbird Printz? Let us know in the comments below.
CD Feirense 26-27 Away Kit Released
Portuguese Liga Portugal 2 club CD Feirense have officially unveiled the 2026-27 away kit. Made by Kelme, the new shirt introduces a distinctive look inspired by the club's "A Nossa Segunda Pele" (Our Second Skin) campaign.
The Kelme CD Feirense 2026-27 away shirt features a predominantly white base with a subtle grey graphic across the front, creating a reptile skin-inspired texture. A classic polo collar and monochromatic silver detailing complete the design, including a metallic-effect club crest for a refined finish.
What do you think of the new CD Feirense 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.