Inspired by Coutinho? Serie A Defender Cuts Extreme Holes in Nike Tiempo Legend Boots
Update: Seven months after Liverpool's Coutinho got people talking as he cut a extremely big hole in his Nike Mercurial Vapor XI soccer boots (likely because of blisters), S.P.A.L. defender Francesco Vicari was spotted with two, even bigger holes in his Nike Tiempo Legend VII soccer cleats.
S.P.A.L. Defender Francesco Vicari Cuts Big Holes in Nike Tiempo Legend VII Cleats
Close-up picture of Francesco Vicari's cleats.
Have you ever seen something similar like this? Liverpool's Coutinho stood out in today's match wearing a crazy pair of football boots featuring a hole in the heel area. Thanks to @ZekeDesign for the head up.
Coutinho Cuts Hole in Heel Of Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 Boots
Close-up with Coutinho's boots (picture via @AnfieldHQ / Propaganda-Photo).
Philippe Coutinho's right Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 soccer cleat features a big hole in the heel area. It is not known yet why he cut the hole in the boots, even though it is most probably that he got a blister on his right heel. In fact, Coutinho trained in an old Nike Mercurial Vapor XI colorway this week. It is something we have not seen before yet.
Apart from the hole in the boot, Coutinho's Nike Mercurial Vapor 2017 soccer cleats are the same as the standard edition of the speed boots. They feature a ultra-thin synthetic upper and a partly tongue-less design for ultimate lockdown and speed.
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Unique Svolme Delsalma-4 LE Boots Spotted at 2026 World Cup
During the 2026 World Cup, an extremely rare pair of football boots was spotted on the feet of Japanese player Junnosuke Suzuki in Monterrey, Mexico. The boots in question are the Svolme Delsalma-4 LE, a limited-edition release from the Japanese sports brand Svolme. Suzuki's pair is one of only 1,248 produced globally, making it a highly exclusive model on the international stage. Thanks to @abcdefutbol.
The Svolme Delsalma-4 LE is designed as a touch-focused boot, featuring a premium kangaroo leather upper that provides a soft and natural feel on the ball. The brand, which is well-known in Japan but rarely seen in major global competitions, released this limited run to coincide with the tournament in North America. Suzuki’s choice to wear the Delsalma-4 LE highlights a unique piece of Japanese football equipment during the biggest international competition.
Barrow AFC 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League side Barrow AFC have completed their 2026-27 kit lineup with the launch of their new away shirt. Made by Puma, the away kit follows the release of the club's home strip earlier this month, confirming the brand as their technical sponsor for the upcoming season.
The Barrow AFC 2026-27 home kit, originally unveiled on June 1, is billed as "125 Years In The Making." The design serves as a traditional and commemorative tribute to the Cumbrian club's 125th anniversary. The newly revealed away kit provides a contrasting alternative for their travels, rounding out the wardrobe as they prepare for their National League campaign following their recent relegation from League Two.
Special Commemorative Patches for 1000th FIFA World Cup Match
To mark a significant milestone in football history, special commemorative patches were featured during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F match between Tunisia and Japan in Monterrey. The fixture officially marked the 1000th match in the history of the tournament.
In recognition of the occasion, both the Japan and Tunisia national teams wore mini Match 1000 arm patches on their jerseys. The special detailing was spotted on the players' kits during the game, as well as on the shirts laid out in the dressing rooms beforehand.
The commemorative design was not limited to the competing teams, as the match officials also wore the Match 1000 patch on their referee kits. This subtle yet historic addition provided a unique touch to the kits for the milestone game.
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Manuel Neuer Wears Special 'Legacy' and 'Golden Gloves' Patches at 2026 World Cup
Following Luka Modrić and Lionel Messi, Manuel Neuer became the next player to wear two special patches when he appeared in Germany's second group-stage match against Ivory Coast.
On his right sleeve was the "Legacy" patch (which had already appeared in the opening match), while on his left sleeve was the "Golden Glove" patch, honoring the individual award he won at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
All Special 2026 World Cup Player Patches Revealed - Footy Headlines
