Predator Vibes - Here Is Vincent Kompany's Full Boot History
Manchester City center back Vincent Kompany celebrates his 31th birthday today. We take a look at the football boots the Belgium international has worn in his career so far, including the Adidas Predator, Nike Total 90 and the Warrior Skreamer soccer cleats.
Vincent Kompany Starts Career With Adidas Predator Football Boots
A product of RSC Anderlecht's youth system, Vincent Kompany made his first matches as professional wearing the iconic Adidas Predator football boot. He wore the Adidas Predator in almost all matches for RSC Anderlecht, while he gave the back then brand-new Adidas F50 Adizero boots a try in 2004.
Kompany joined German Bundesliga team Hamburger SV in 2006. The defender used the Adidas Predator in all 79 matches for Hamburg.
Vincent Kompany Joins Manchester City and Nike
When Kompany joined Manchester City in 2008, he surprisingly did not lace up in Adidas Predator cleats but in Nike's Total 90 football boot. Kompany should wear Nike's power boot for almost five years.
Kompany Becomes Warrior Athlete
In early 2013, the center back blacked-out his Total 90 football boots as a sign that his contract with Nike had come to an end. And it should be soon known which brand he would join as he was captured wearing Warrior Skreamer soccer boots just a few weeks later.
In February 2013, Warrior officially announced that they signed the Man City captain. He posted the following message:
"I am honored to be joining the Warrior team – I actually see our relationship as more of a partnership because it's about a lot more than just their brilliant product," Kompany said. "For me, being a warrior is a mindset. Beyond your physical ability, it's about what you have in your heart, in your head and in your mind. I am happy to endorse those values."
Kompany laced up both in the first-gen and second-gen Warrior Skreamer soccer cleats, while he made the switch to New Balance's Visaro soccer cleat when New Balance decided that Warrior Football should be history.
Kompany's Warrior / New Balance Deal Ends - Man City Defender Returns to Adidas
When Kompany used 'blued-out' Adidas Ace football shoes at the beginning of the 2016-17 season, it seemed to be confirmed that his contract with New Balance was already up. And when he switched to branded Adidas Ace soccer boots, it became certain that the Belgian has rejoined Adidas after eight years with other brands.
Adidas Ace, Adidas F50 Adizero, Adidas Predator, Nike Total 90, New Balance Visaro or Warrior Skreamer? What's your favorite boot silo worn by Kompany? Let us know in the comments below.
Vintage Football Shirts
from Cult Kits
2000/02 Liverpool Fowler #9 European Home Shirt (XXL) Reebok
2007/08 Benfica Adu #30 L/S Home Shirt (M) Adidas
2013 Netherlands *BNWT* Vs Romania Home Shirt (S) Nike
2007/08 Chelsea #13 Third Shorts (XL) Adidas
2017/18 Preston Nike Training Jacket (M)
2022/23 PSG *BNWT* Authentic Home Shirt (M) Nike
2005/06 AC Milan Shevchenko #7 Home Shirt (L) Adidas
Iconic Liverpool Shirts A3 Print
2006/08 Chelsea Lampard #8 Home Shirt (M) Adidas
2020/21 Club America *BNWT* Home Shirt (Multiple Sizes) Nike
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.
Jeonbuk Hyundai 2026 ‘Black Label’ Special Kit Released
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors have revealed a new “Black Label” special kit, described by the club as an “unexpected charm” inspired by darkness, gold accents and a more intense visual identity.
The special edition was created together with artists Lee Yongwoo and Pipimik. According to the club, the design combines a quieter and more refined mood with stronger visual impact.
There is also a yellow kit - this serves as the keeper.
The “Black Label” jersey will first go on sale at the official club store from May 15 to 17 before an online release from May 19 to 21. Players are set to debut the shirt on May 17 against Gimcheon Sangmu FC.
FC Sion x Lydie&Sasha 26-26 Special Kit Released
FC Sion have unveiled a special-edition kit for the final home game of the 2025-26 season against FC Lugano. The unique shirt was created in collaboration with Valais-based graphic designers Lydie Sarrasin and Sasha Piaia, continuing the club’s recent tradition of working with local artists on special kits.
The design boasts a very more modern look. According to FC Sion, the shirt is intended as a bridge between generations, mixing classic football aesthetics with forward-looking visual elements. The kit will be worn in the final home match at the Stade de Tourbillon.
The limited-edition shirt will be sold exclusively on matchday in the stadium fanshop
FC Luzern 125th Anniversary 26-27 Home Kit Released
FC Luzern have unveiled their new 2026-27 home kit, debuting it in the final home game against FC Zürich. Made by Erreà, the new shirt replaces the traditional white details with gold elements, giving the kit a darker and more elegant appearance for the club’s 125th anniversary season.
The new FC Luzern home shirt features a deep navy base combined with gold logos, names and numbers, while subtle ornamental graphics inspired by the Rathaussteg bridge connect the design to the city of Lucerne. A special anniversary crest can also be added to the sleeve.
The red sponsor logo breaks up the design - the Luzern Women team kit comes with a much nicer gold sponsor.
The move away from white is a temporary one, with the club stressing that blue and white remain the official colours of FC Luzern.
What do you think of the new FC Luzern 2026-27 home kit? Let us know in the comments below.
