Happy Birthday: Here's Xavi's Full Boot History
Jan 25, 2018, by Pat
Barcelona legend Xavi Hernández celebrates his 38th birthday today. Now playing for Al-Sadd in Qatar, Xavi played for the Barcelona first team from 1998 to 2015, winning no less than eight league and four Champions League titles, while topping it off with the World Cup and two European championships with the Spanish national team. A legend in every sense of the word.
Xavi's legend status is only underpinned by him wearing just a single brand of football boots throughout those many years - Adidas. On the earliest picture of him that is available online, he is wearing classic Copa Mundial boots, although he picked up the Predator shortly afterwards.
He continued wearing the different iterations of the Adidas Predator that were released all the way until it was retired in the summer of 2015.
As most professionals, Xavi then switched to its "natural" successor, the Adidas Ace, which he still wearing these days. His most recent choice is the Adidas Ace 16.1 Primeknit.
Which of the many Adidas Predator and Ace boots Xavi has worn throughout his career is your favorite? Comment below.
Montpellier 26-27 Home Kit Released
French side Montpellier HSC has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season. The club released a series of videos and detail shots on its social media channels to present the new design, which brings a bold look to their traditional colors.
The Montpellier HSC 26-27 home shirt features a striking combination of blue, white, and orange. Its standout design element is a unique pattern of vertical and diagonal stripes across the front, creating a dynamic and modern aesthetic for the upcoming campaign.
The new Montpellier 26-27 home kit is currently available to purchase in adult sizes via the club's official online store. Fans can also buy the shirt in person at the MHSC Store Odysseum starting July 24, 2026.
No More Macron: Puma Bristol Rovers 26-27 Away Kit Released
Following the launch of their home shirt in June, League Two club Bristol Rovers have officially unveiled their 26-27 away kit. The new secondary strip is made by Puma, marking the first season of a new long-term technical partnership after the club replaced previous supplier Macron.
The kit features a simple design with a predominantly white color scheme, complemented by black details and a V-neck collar.
Club Libertad 26-27 Home Kit Released
Paraguayan side Club Libertad has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season. Made by Puma, the new jersey will be worn by the Gumarelo in their upcoming domestic and international campaigns.
The Puma Club Libertad 26-27 home jersey features the traditional colors expected by fans, brought to life with the brand's latest template and performance technology. The club launched the new kit with a message highlighting their readiness to continue writing history and achieving new goals for the upcoming season.
Eintracht Trier 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
The new Eintracht Trier 26-27 home and away shirts have been released. Made by Nike, the new Eintracht Trier home and away kits will be worn in the upcoming Regionalliga Südwest season.
Nike continues its partnership with the German side, providing the home and away options for their fourth-tier campaign.
Otelul Galati 26-27 Third Kit Revealed
Romanian club SC Otelul Galati have revealed their new 26-27 third kit, made by Adidas.
The new kit is based on the new Adidas 26 Tiro template, featuring a navy base with white logos and white side panels.
Śląsk Wrocław 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Polish club Śląsk Wrocław has officially unveiled its new 26-27 home and away kits. Produced by Macron, who replace Nike as the club's technical sponsor, the new shirts celebrate the team's 80th anniversary with bespoke designs and elegant detailing.
The Śląsk Wrocław 26-27 home kit introduces a classy look in the club's traditional dark green, complemented by prominent gold accents and a classic polo collar. Half of the front features a distinctive ornamental pattern inspired by the City Museum of Wrocław, highlighting local identity and the club's rich history. To further mark the 80-year milestone, special golden elements and an anniversary emblem are seamlessly incorporated into the design.
For the alternate option, the Śląsk Wrocław 26-27 away kit opts for a clean ecru base combined with subtle green and red stripes. It continues the anniversary theme with golden logos, providing a sleek and modern look for the team's travels.
Atlético La Paz 26-27 Kits Released
Mexican Liga de Expansión side Club Atlético La Paz have officially presented their new 26-27 kits.
Made by Sporelli, the jerseys were revealed ahead of the new season with a promotional video and the club slogan 'Soy tu escudo, soy tu espada' (I am your shield, I am your sword). The Sporelli Atlético La Paz 26-27 jerseys feature a bespoke design inspired by the region's geographical landscape, adopting the theme 'Entre el mar y el desierto' (Between the sea and the desert).
This aesthetic is brought to life through striking color palettes, prominently featuring orange and black to represent the contrast of the local environment in Baja California Sur. The launch campaign incorporates the hashtag #SomosPAZion to build excitement and unite the fanbase. The new Sporelli Club Atlético La Paz 26-27 kits are set to be worn throughout the upcoming Liga de Expansión MX season.