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.
Brusque 2026 Pink October Kit Released
Brazilian club Brusque FC and kit manufacturer Junpe have officially unveiled a special commemorative jersey for Outubro Rosa (Pink October). Designed to raise awareness for breast cancer prevention and encourage women's health checkups, the release continues the club's tradition of dedicated awareness kits for the month of October.
The shirt combines two tones of pink, featuring an eye-catching chevron graphic across the chest over an intricate sublimated fabric texture. Bold black detailing provides strong contrast on the thick ribbed V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs, as well as on all sponsor prints and the Junpe manufacturer logo. The club's traditional yellow, green, and red crest sits in full color on the left breast, topped by three stars.
A bespoke circular seal appears on the lower front with the campaign motto "Jogue pela vida! Cuide de você - Um toque pode virar o jogo" (Play for life! Take care of yourself - One touch can turn the game around), drawing a direct parallel between the sport and the importance of self-examination. The limited-edition jersey is sold through the club's official retail space next to the Augusto Bauer stadium.
Stunning Kashima Antlers 26-27 35th Anniversary Kit Released
Kashima Antlers and Nike have officially released a special 35th anniversary kit to celebrate the founding of the iconic J1 League side on October 1, 1991. The release also pays homage to Brazilian football legend Zico, whose spirit and influence remain foundational to the identity and DNA of the Ibaraki-based club.
The Nike Kashima Antlers 26-27 35th anniversary shirt boasts an elegant two-tone dark navy half-and-half design inspired by the night scenery of Kashima Bay. Breaking away from the club's standard colors, the kit applies full gold detailing throughout, highlighted by the club's first-ever matte gold crest featuring a commemorative 1991/2026 engraving. All sponsor marks, the Nike Swoosh, and the sleeve badge are finished in matching metallic gold.
Navy shorts and socks with gold accents round off the sophisticated look. Fans can customize the kit with gold printing in either Nike's current 26-27 squad font or a recreated version of the club's original 1990s founding-era typography, with Zico's legendary number 10 among the selections. Kashima Antlers are scheduled to wear the special uniform on December 19, 2026, against Tokyo Verdy at MUFG Stadium (Japan National Stadium).
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To be launched on October 6, 2026.
Ballard FC & Salmon Bay FC Release 2026 Community Kit
Seattle sister clubs Ballard FC and Salmon Bay FC have officially released their special 2026 Community Top, created in collaboration with Lenovo and illustrator Sophia Yeshi as part of the "Your Club Your Canvas" campaign. Developed in partnership with Becky G to highlight grassroots football culture and the vital role of local supporters, the limited-edition shirt features a deep red base covered in an intricate all-over graphic inspired by field notes that celebrate neighborhood landmarks, club history, and key community figures. The jersey is finished with a retro-styled striped V-neck collar, matching sleeve cuffs, and a centralized lenticular crest, with all sales proceeds directly supporting the clubs.
