Kompany Switches to New Boots After Smashing Adidas For Discontinuing Great Defenders' Boots 4 Months Ago
Update: Almost four months after he criticized Adidas for discontinuing "great defenders' boots", Vincent Kompany switched cleats. While he previously laced up in old-gen Adidas Ace Kangaroo football boots, he now laces up in Adidas' classic modern boot, the Adidas Copa 17.1.
Vincent Kompany Switches to Adidas Copa 17.1 Boots
Close-up picture of Kompany's cleats.
The Adidas Copa 17.1 football boot is actually Adidas' only modern boot with a full Kangaroo leather upper. However, Adidas is also set to change them to a non full leather cleat with the release of the next-generation Adidas Copa 18.1. It is almost certain that Kompany, who prefers full Kangaroo leather boots, will not switch to them...
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany has criticized Adidas on Twitter for their new football boots line-up. Kompany has been wearing the same Adidas boots since he made his comeback from a calf injury in April 2016.
Kompany had been sponsored by New Balance for three years from 2013 until early 2016, while he seems to be without a boot contract since. He first switched to blackout boots in April 2016 for two matches, while he since May 2016 has been wearing the same old Adidas Ace 16.1 leather football boots.
Vincent Kompany Criticizes Adidas For Discontinuing Best Boots Designed For Defenders
Annoying situation. Great defenders' boot being discontinued by @adidas . Don't change good product. Keep them coming. pic.twitter.com/OmrfIwKbL5
— Vincent Kompany (@VincentKompany) August 2, 2017
The Belgian international have had some problems with his boots as he revealed that he chose to wear his socks low in a bid to alleviate pressure on his calves. The fact that he has been wearing the same soccer cleats since more than a year now is another clear indicator that there is just no other boot than the old Adidas Ace K-Leather Stellar Pack that fits his needs.
Back in April 2016 he said about his deal with New Balance: "I don't think that is something I can comment on for now." When pressed on whether he was switching to Adidas, he again refused to comment.
What do you think of Adidas' current boot line-up? With Toni Kroos also wearing the same boots for years now (Adidas Adipure 11pro), do you think that there are too less / too bad Adidas leather comfort boots available currently? Let us know in the comments below.
Vintage Football Shirts
from Cult Kits
1988/90 Umbro #1 GK Template Shirt (L)
2010/11 Faroe Islands Home Shirt (L) Puma
2004/06 Netherlands V.Nistelrooy #10 Home Shirt (L) Nike
2004/05 AC Milan Inzaghi #9 *Player Issue* Home Shirt (M) Adidas
1994 Germany Reusable Face Mask
1980 Vitoria De Setubal #5 L/S Home Shirt (M) Patrick
1996/97 Real Madrid Away Shirt (L) Kelme
1992 Manchester United GK -93 Reusable Face Mask
2006/08 Chelsea Shevchenko #7 Home Shirt (L) Adidas
2002/03 Juventus Bench Coat (XL) Lotto
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
