Boot Watch Special - The Boots Worn By Mourinho, Mo Farah, Redknapp, Olly Murs & Co In The Game4Grenfell
Sep 3, 2017, by Chris
West London’s community came together to remember those affected by the Grenfell Tower disaster at Loftus Road on Saturday afternoon. We take a look at the football boots worn by both well-known people (former and current players, celebrities) as well as people who witnessed the disaster and took also part in the Game4Grenfell match.
80 residents lost their lives in the fire on 14th June 2017 and 17,468 spectators packed inside QPR’s stadium, which is just a mile away from the tower. The match saw a mixture of current and former pros alongside celebrities over 90 minutes. One side, Team Ferdinand, was led by former QPR striker Les Ferdinand whilst the other, Team Shearer, was managed by ex-England forward Alan Shearer.
José Mourinho - Adidas Ace 16.1 Primeknit
Jose Mourinho, who is well-known for his special and classy boot choices, opted for a standard football boot on Saturday - the Adidas Ace 17.1 Primeknit football boots from the Ocean Storm pack.
Mo Farah - Nike Mercurial Vapor XI Neymar
British distance runner Mo Farah, who is one of Nike's main athletics faces, laced up in Nike's currently most marketed soccer cleat - the Nike Mercurial Vapor XI Neymar signature soccer boots.
Adam Foster (Firefighter) - Nike Mercurial Vapor XI CR7 Chapter 2 - Natural Diamond
Firefighter Adam Foster opted for the Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 Cristiano Ronaldo Natural Diamond football boots.
Iain Glen (Actor) - Hi-Tec League Pro
Game of Thrones' "Ser Jorah" laced up in classic black, white and red Hi-Tec League Pro football boots (thanks to JLS77).
Jack Whitehall (Comedian) - New Balance Furon 3.0 Black / White
English comedian Jack Whitehall laced up in the brand-new black and white New Balance Furon boots.
Olly Murs (English singer) - Adidas Nemeziz 17+ 360Agility
English singer Olly Murs laced up in the laceless Adidas Nemeziz 17+ 360Agility launch edition.
Jamie Redknapp - Adidas Ace 16.1 & Damian Lewis (Actor) - Adidas Gloro 16.2
Jamie Redknapp wore the Solar Blue Adidas Ace 16.1, while Billions star Damian Lewis laced up in the lower-tier Adidas Gloro 16.2.
Peter Crouch - Nike Tiempo Legend VII
Peter Crouch logically laced up in his bots that he also wears for Stoke City - the Nike Tiempo Legend VII.
Oluwaseun Talabi (Grenfell Resident) - Lower-Tier Nike Tiempo
Grenfell resident Oluwaseun Talabi, who escaped from the 14th floor of Grenfell Tower, wore a lower-tier version of the classy black, white and golden Nike Tiempo 2017 boots.
All ticket money will go to the Evening Standard's fund for those touched by the tragedy, which claimed at least 80 lives in June. To donate £3 text Grenfell to 70007.
Do you know from which brand Iain Glen's boots are and how the model is called? Let us know in the comments below.
Adidas Celebrates Messi and Argentina Following World Cup Comeback
Following Argentina's 3-2 comeback victory against Egypt in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Adidas Football has posted an image to celebrate Argentina & Lionel Messi. The brand posted a simple message featuring five goat emojis alongside their campaign hashtag #YouGotThis, acknowledging the captain's status as the Greatest of All Time.
The match was a rollercoaster for the defending champions, who found themselves trailing 2-0. Despite Messi missing a penalty in the first half, a late surge saw Argentina score three goals to win the game.
The post aligns with Adidas' ongoing Trionda campaign and their continuous support for the Argentine legend during the tournament. The timely reaction highlights the strong connection between the brand and one of their most iconic athletes on the global stage.
Inverness Caledonian Thistle 26-27 Away Kit Released
Scottish Championship side Invernesss Caledonian Thistle side have released their new away kit ahead of the 2026-27 season, made by their technical partner Macron.
The design is mainly gold with black sleeves and collar, featuring subtle floral pattern on the sleeves. Inside the neck lies an image of Loch Ness Monster - one of the region’s most recognisable symbols from all over the world.
What do you think of Inverness Caledonian Thistle 26-27 away kit? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Southend United 26-27 Goalkeeper Home/Away/Third Kits Released
National League side Southend United have presented their goalkeeper kit collection for 2026-27 season. They are made by Italian brand Errea and all feature bespoke designs.
The goalkeeper home kit use traditional green base with wavy lines inspired by the coastline of the city.
The goalkeeper away kit is in vibrant pink, with subtle graphic based on the city's most recognisable landmarks, the Royal Pavilion.
The goalkeeper third kit features outstanding abstract design that picture view of Southend's famous seafront.
What do you think of Southend United 26-27 goalkeeper kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Penybont FC 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Welsh club Penybont FC have officially unveiled the 2026-27 home and away kits. Made by Macron, they will accompany the club throughout the 2026-27 Cymru Premier season.
The home shirt stays true to the club's signature blue look, inspired by Penybont's 'Bont in Blue' identity. Meanwhile, the away shirt continues the club's traditional white colorway, offering a clean and classic look for the new season.
What do you think of Penybont FC's new 2026-27 kits? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
FC Wil 1900 26-27 Away Kit Revealed
Swiss Challenge League club FC Wil 1900 have officially unveiled the new 2026-27 away kit. Made by Adidas, it features a modern light blue look with white details on the shoulders and sleeves.
The light blue design symbolizes the journey of the club's young talents as they chase the horizon, reflecting FC Wil's youth development philosophy. The jersey also introduces new co-main sponsor GEBHARDT Fördertechnik, a German intralogistics specialist, whose partnership with the club runs for an initial two seasons.
What do you think of the new Wil 1900 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
De Graafschap 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Dutch club De Graafschap has officially unveiled its new home and away kits for the 2026-27 season. Made by Robey, the latest shirts will be worn by the team in the upcoming Eerste Divisie campaign.
The launch highlights the club's strong connection to its roots, featuring the local mottos Samen D'RAN, Veur Altied, and Achterhoekse Trots to celebrate their regional pride.
