Pictures: Lukas Podolski Receives Custom Adidas Ace Boots for Last-Ever Germany Match
Mar 23, 2017, by Pat
Update: Boot heads around the world were in shock when Lukas Podolski unexpectedly took the field in the Blue Blast edition of the Adidas Ace last night. Thankfully, he switched to the black and white special edition shortly after to end his international career in unique fashion.
Germany forward Lukas Podolski will make his 130th and final appearance for Germany tonight against England. To end an immensely successful international career in style, Podolski's sponsor Adidas has created a pair of custom, Germany-inspired Ace 17.1 football boots for the occasion.
Adidas Ace 17.1 Leather "Podolski" - Black / White / Red / Gold
This image shows the special boots Adidas has created for Lukas Podolski's farewell match.
Based on the already iconic Ace 17.1 Leather, a model Podolski recently switched to from the Copa 17, these Germany-infused design is split between a black heel and midfoot part and white in the front. The 3 Stripes, which sit on the outside of the model, feature the colors of the Germany flag.
Further individualizing the look are Podolski's initials and shirt number can be seen on the outstep of the boots he will wear in his last-ever Germany international game against England, while the Cologne flag on the tongue of the left shoe pays homage to his upbringing and close connection to the city. The German flag can be seen on the right shoe.
A special creations for Lukas Podolski, these boots are set to be worn just for tonight's game and are more likely to end up in a museum afterwards than go on sale to the public.
What do you think? Share your thoughts on this special creation from Adidas for Lukas Podolski in the comments below.
Raja Club Athletic 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Moroccan heavyweights Raja Club Athletic have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 2026-27 season, produced by long-term technical partner Umbro.
The Umbro Raja CA 26-27 home jersey comes in the club's traditional emerald green, distinguished by a striking geometric eagle graphic across the chest that nods to their 'Green Eagles' moniker. White piping traces the raglan sleeves and frames the collar and cuffs, paired with the iconic Umbro diamond and the club's crest on the chest. The home strip is finished with green shorts and matching socks.
Contrasting the home look, the Raja Casablanca 26-27 away jersey is built on a clean white base highlighted by bold green side panels. The shirt features an overlapping green-and-white collar, matching sleeve trim, and monochrome green branding, worn with white shorts and socks. Umbro has also introduced a distinctive goalkeeper jersey featuring a beige and orange chevron pattern.
Limited-Edition Umbro Inter Bogotá x Tres Coronas Kit Released
Colombian side Internacional de Bogotá and kit supplier Umbro have teamed up with iconic Colombian hip-hop duo Tres Coronas to launch a special-edition shirt. The collaboration celebrates the release of the rap outfit's latest studio album, titled "INTER", blending the worlds of Colombian football and Bogotan underground music culture through their shared name.
Reimagining the club's 2026 away jersey, the shirt features a sleek black base adorned with subtle tonal vertical striping. The centerpiece is the album's title, "INTER", boldly rendered across the chest in gothic blackletter typography in a striking red tone. The chest also hosts Umbro's double diamond branding and the Inter Bogotá crest in gold, which is echoed on the sleeves alongside contrasting red and gold cuffs.
Custom details complete the collector's item, including a collaborative Inter x Tres Coronas globe badge on the right sleeve and the duo's official logo positioned below the Inter Bogotá name on the upper back. The special-edition Umbro Inter Bogotá x Tres Coronas shirt was strictly limited to just 100 individually produced units, released exclusively via the club's official online store.
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The Chesterfield 26-27 home shirt is rendered in the club's classic royal blue, accented by gold detailing across the Puma branding, front sponsor, and a special anniversary badge. Subtle pinstripe ribbing in blue and white decorates the sleeve cuffs and the button-up henley collar, while traditional white shorts and blue socks complete the first-choice look.
For the away kit, the Spireites step out in a predominantly black design distinguished by an offset vertical stripe in two tones of grey running directly through the crest. Metallic silver is used for all brand and partner markings, which is complemented by a stylized retro CFC monogram crest alongside matching black shorts and socks.
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Brazilian club Sport Recife and kit supplier Kappa have officially unveiled a special shirt in support of the 2026 Pink October (Outubro Rosa) breast cancer awareness campaign. Built around the theme "Paixão que Move Vidas" (Passion that Moves Lives), the initiative aims to raise awareness about early detection and the importance of self-examination, starring four female survivors and supporters in the launch photoshoot.
The Sport Recife 2026 Pink October jersey is predominantly light pink, detailed with subtle tonal horizontal bands running across the front in a nod to the club's traditional striped identity. A black V-neck collar features a contrasting central pink stripe, mirrored cleanly on the sleeve cuffs. Black Kappa Omini branding appears on the right chest opposite the full-color club crest, while the upper back is adorned with a stylized lion graphic flanked by the letters "SPT REC".
The special Sport Recife 2026 Pink October jersey is offered exclusively in women's and youth sizes, available through the club's official online store and the Cazá do Sport store at Ilha do Retiro.
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A new lifestyle hoodie from the upcoming Jordan Paris Saint-Germain 26-27 third collection has been shared by PSG experts La Source Parisienne. Arriving in a red base, the pullover hoodie showcases large gold-outlined "PARIS" lettering across the chest, filled with a purple and black graphic pattern and integrated with a golden Jumpman silhouette. Placed directly above the central graphic is a minimalist gold PSG crest, matching the design aesthetic featured throughout the club's wider third range.
