A Look Ahead - The 7 Biggest Football Launches In 2017
We take a look ahead at the biggest 2017 football releases. After 2016 was heavily dominated by the releases of Adidas, 2017 is set to be a great year in terms for both Adidas and Nike, while the other brands such as Puma and New Balance will also try to surprise customers with brand-new products.
February 2017 - Next-Generation Nike Hypervenom Phantom III Football Boots
After Nike lost many fans and high-profile players with the launch of the second-gen Nike Hypervenom Phantom soccer boots, the third-gen Nike Hypervenom football boot is set to be an instant hit amongst players and supporters featuring an all-new upper Flyknit NikeSkin upper as well as a totally redesigned sole plate.
May 2017 - Adidas Ace 2017 Predator Remake Boots
Even though not revolutionary from a tech point of view, the Adidas Predator Mania Champagne boot remakes have been proofed to be the most popular leaked boot of the new year ye featuring a stunning design.
June 2017 - All-New Adidas Nemeziz Boots
The likely biggest football boot launch this year will take place in early Summer 2017. The Adidas Nemeziz football boot is designed for 360° agility. Replacing the Messi-exclusive football boot silo, the Adidas Nemeziz soccer cleat comes with all-new Dual Lock Collar construction around the ankle, a 360 Torsion Tape for agility and ultimate lockdown as well as an Agility Bandage System that is inspired by medical tapping.
Laceless Under Armour Spotlight Boots
Under Armour will launch its first-ever laceless football boot. The Under Armour Spotlight 2017 boot comes with a zip instead of laces and a lightweight design and is set to make big headlines this year.
Summer 2017 - 2017-2018 Kits
While several information of upcoming 2017-18 jerseys has been already leaked, there is no info of the jerseys we look most forward to. The new Chelsea 17-18 kits will be made for the first time by Nike after the contract with Adidas was terminated prematurely. However, some kits such as the new Man Utd third and the Barcelona home shirt have been already leaked, and we will soon publish our kit overview featuring all leaked and released jerseys of the new season to make it easier for you to check out all new kits of the new season.
Summer 2017 - Nike Tiempo Legend VII
The next-generation Nike Tiempo Legend 2017 football boot will be released in Summer 2017, most likely in June. Made for ultimate comfort and touch, the Nike Tiempo Legend VII boots feature a brand-new sole plate and upper. They were already worn by various players in training.
Fall 2017 - 2018 World Cup Kits
After this year's fall was quite still in terms of kits releases and just brought a few new national team jerseys for the 2017 Confed Cup, there will be various kit launches in Fall 2017, mainly from Adidas as kits from Nike and Puma are expected to be released not before 2018.
Will 2017 be such a game-changing year for football boots as was last year with the laceless Adidas Ace PureControl, the Adidas Glitch with interchangeable parts and Nike's Anti-Clog traction system? Leave your opinion in the comments section below and let us also know which release do you look most forward to.
Vintage Football Shirts
from Cult Kits
2004/05 Puma *BNWT* Template Shirt (S)
2021/22 Atalanta Training Jacket (M) Joma
2018/19 Russia *BNWT* Home Shirt (S) Adidas
1995/96 Adidas *BNWT* GK Template Shirt (L)
2002/04 Manchester United Ronaldo #7 C/L Home Shirt (M) Nike
2022/23 PSG *BNWT* Authentic Home Shirt (M) Nike
1979/82 Edmonton Drillers *BNWT* Home Shirt (M) Admiral Nasl
1998/99 Atletico Madrid Home Socks (Multiple Sizes) Reebok
2004/05 Etzella Ettelbruck #3 Home Shirt (XL) Nike
2007/08 France Henry #12 Home Shirt (L) Adidas
Konyaspor 26-27 Special Kit Vote
Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor has officially handed the design reins to its supporters by launching a fan vote to select the club's 2026-27 alternative kit, with three bespoke Hummel designs currently up for debate.
The "Anatolian Eagles" are offering a diverse menu of choices: a vibrant green-and-white checkered pattern that evokes a classic retro feel, a clean half-and-half vertical split with intricate chevron detailing on the sleeves, and a minimalist white base featuring a sharp green horizontal band across the chest.
In a nod to the club's heritage, the poll is scheduled to close this Friday, May 15 at exactly 19:22 - a tribute to the club’s founding year.
Vote here now: https://www.konyaspor.org.tr/forma-oylama
UEFA Unveil Official 2026 Champions League Final Jersey for Budapest
UEFA have officially unveiled the commemorative jersey for the 2026 Champions League final, set to take place at the Puskás Aréna on May 30, 2026. The limited-edition shirt celebrates the culture and architecture of Budapest, combining local inspiration with signature Champions League branding.
The jersey features a modern graphic design with abstract paint-splatter effects and architectural references inspired by the Hungarian capital. On the front, the shirt includes a stylized illustration of the Puskás Arena alongside the iconic Champions League starball logo, while the official Budapest 2026 final emblem appears centrally on the design. The back carries the number “26”, completing the event-specific identity.
UEFA will make the shirt available through the official Champions League store and selected retailers in Budapest ahead of the final. The jersey will also appear in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team during a special in-game campaign running from May 23 to 30.
What do you think of UEFA’s official Budapest 2026 final jersey? Let us know in the comments below.
