A Look Ahead - The 7 Biggest Football Launches In 2017
Jan 2, 2017, by Chris
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.
Newcastle United 26-27 Goalkeeper Away Kit Leaked - Accidentally Sent Out by JD Sports
The new Newcastle United 26-27 goalkeeper away shirt has been leaked in an unusual manner. X user @JakeWeir02 who ordered the Scotland goalkeeper away kit from retailer JD Sports surprisingly received the unreleased Newcastle goalkeeper shirt instead.
The Newcastle United 26-27 goalkeeper away jersey features a simple design, combining a sky blue base with dark logos and accents. It has the same retro crest that is also present on the club's 2026-2027 away shirt, which it is set to be released alongside.
Manchester United 26-27 Away Kit Revealed By Stormzy
Manchester United has posted a new image of Stormzy wearing their 26-27 away kit, to be launched tomorrow.
Manchester United has officially teased its upcoming 26-27 away kit, confirming that the new Adidas shirt will be released on Wednesday, 22 July 2026. Following a series of leaks and an early appearance by British rapper Stormzy wearing the unreleased shirt, the official launch will finally unveil the blue design that pays homage to the River Irwell and the club's classic 1988 away kit.
Manchester United 26-27 Away Kit Leaked - 14 Official Images
Hashtag United 26-27 Away Kit Released
English non-league side Hashtag United have officially unveiled their new VX3 away kits for the 26-27 Isthmian League North Division season. It boasts a striking look in pink and navy.
Racing Santander 26-27 Home & Away La Liga Kits Released
The new Real Racing Club 26-27 home and away kits were officially released today, to be worn in La Liga after the club secured promotion.
Made by local brand Austral, the new Racing Santander 26-27 home and away shirts
Kylian Mbappé Returns as EA Sports FC 27 Cover Star
EA Sports has officially unveiled the cover for the FC 27 Ultimate Edition, confirming that Kylian Mbappe will be the face of this year's game. The announcement was made across social media on July 21, marking Mbappe's return as the primary cover athlete for the popular football gaming franchise.
Mbappé previously featured on the covers of FIFA 21, FIFA 22, and FIFA 23 before the series transitioned to the EA Sports FC branding.
The official cover image showcases Mbappe prominently, generating significant excitement among fans ahead of the game's expected release around September. Following this initial cover reveal, EA Sports has scheduled a full official reveal event for July 23, where fans can expect to see the first detailed footage and learn about new features coming to the FC 27 title.
Sparta Prague 26-27 Away Kit Released - Trefoil
Following the launch of their home shirt earlier this month, the new AC Sparta Prague 26-27 away kit has been officially released. Manufactured by Adidas, the new away uniform will be worn by the Czech side during the upcoming 2026-2027 season.
The Adidas AC Sparta Prague 26-27 away shirt introduces a classic and minimalist look with a predominantly white base. The standout feature of the design is the inclusion of the classic Adidas Originals Trefoil logo on the chest. This marks the first time since 1992 that the retro logo has appeared on a Sparta Prague kit.
Motherwell 26-27 Away Kit Released
Motherwell Football Club has officially launched its new 26-27 away kit. Designed by Macron, the new shirt follows the release of the club's home kit earlier this month, outfitting the team for the upcoming Scottish Premiership campaign.
The new Macron Motherwell 26-27 away jersey introduces a fresh bespoke design tailored for the club's travels. It basically inverts the home kit - a maroon base is combined with amber.
