Goodbye - Here Is The Full History Of The Adidas Ace Boots
After months of speculation and relaunches of classic Predator boots, Adidas finally launched the brand-new Adidas Predator 2018 football boots, determining the end of the Ace football boot silo. We take a look back at the history of the Adidas Ace soccer cleats, which were introduced in May 2015 as part of Adidas' football boot revolution.
2015 - Adidas Ace 15.1
Introduced in May 2015 as part of Adidas' football boot revolution, the Adidas Ace football boot was not really a big boot innovation featuring a traditional low-cut design with a synthetic upper. The real revolution should follow a few months later with the second generation of the silo.
2016 - Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl - First-Ever High-Cut Knitted Laceless Adidas Boots
Revealed in early November 2015 with the blackout Adidas Ace GTI boots, the Adidas Ace 16 + PureControl, the first-ever knitted laceless football boot, has been the brand's most important release in the 2010s so far. In fact, with the Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl, the Three Stripes managed to surpass Nike as the most innovative football brand in the public eye. It was extremely hard to get the first colorways of Adidas' laceless boots, due to the high popularity and the limited numbers available of the cleats.
2017 - Adidas Ace 17+ Purecontrol
Introduced in early December 2016, the first Adidas Ace 17+ Purecontrol soccer boots boasted a black, red and white color scheme that reminded many of the Adidas Predator.
However, while the design of the boots was spot on, the upper of the launch colorway of the boots was the old one of the Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl, raising many questions. However, Adidas should release the first colorways with the fixed, new upper a few weeks later, and all the further colorways and special edition of the Adidas Ace boots had no issues.
Adidas also continued to release a knitted laces version of the Adidas Ace 17 boots. The brand was heavily criticized by some players for discontinuing the traditional low-cut synthetic & leather Adidas Ace boots.
What do you think of Adidas' decision to bring back the Predator and discontinuing the Ace? Which of the three Adidas Ace football boot generations do you like the most? Comment below and check out all you need to know about the Adidas Predator 18+ soccer boots in the Boot Calendar.
Vintage Football Shirts
from Cult Kits
2010/11 Faroe Islands Home Shirt (L) Puma
1995/97 Adidas GK 'Terminator' Template Shirt (S)
2000/01 Union De Santa Fe #9 Home Shirt (S) Mitre
1997/99 Rangers Gascoigne #8 Home Shirt (L) Nike
1992 Uhlsport #1 *BNWT* GK Template Shirt (S)
2007/08 LA Galaxy Beckham #23 Away Shirt (XL) Adidas
1987/88 Japan #5 *Olympic Qualifier - Player Issue* Away Shirt (M) Asics
1996/98 Adidas (Germany) Kopke #1 Template GK Shirt (S)
2003/04 Spain Training Jacket Top (S) Adidas
2021/22 Detroit City Bomber Jacket (M) Starter
PES Master Bringing Bulk Generator to PES Kit Creator
PES Master announced on May 20, 2026, that it is adding the Bulk Generator feature to its PES kit creator.
The Bulk Generator allows users to produce kits for multiple teams or full leagues at once through templates and settings. It mirrors the existing tool already popular on the FM and EAFC sides of the platform.
Crystal Palace Name Temporal as New Front-of-Shirt Sponsor
Crystal Palace have confirmed Temporal as their new main shirt sponsor. The open-source AI and enterprise technology platform will take over from NET88 on the front of the club's shirts starting in the 2026-27 season under a multi-year agreement.
The deal sees Temporal's branding appear on both the men's and academy team kits. It will also involve support for community programmes through the Palace for Life Foundation, including workshops in computer science and AI for young people in South London.
The announcement follows Crystal Palace's successful campaign that included an FA Cup win and European qualification. Temporal powers reliable software systems for major organisations like OpenAI and Netflix.
What do you think of Crystal Palace's new sponsor? Let us know in the comments.
WorldSoccerShop Shares Best-Selling National Team Kits by US State for 2026
WorldSoccerShop, a major North American online retailer for soccer gear, posted graphics on social media detailing the best-selling national team kits and player jerseys by US state so far in 2026. The data comes exclusively from their sales records and covers both teams and individual players.
The visuals show regional variations in popularity, with teams including Argentina, Mexico, Portugal, Brazil, and Germany leading in different states. Lionel Messi dominates the map for players.
Which state's top seller surprises you the most? Let us know in the comments.
Adidas Leeds United 26-27 Retro Lifestyle Kit Leaked
Adidas Originals will release a retro collection for Leeds United. Recreated by kit insider @KamilBerberler using FIFA Kit Creator, this new lifestyle release promises a heavily nostalgic aesthetic.
The Adidas Leeds United 26-27 Originals shirt features a deep navy blue base, elevated by a tonal, all-over pattern made entirely of classic Adidas Trefoil logos. A strong vintage identity is established through the crisp white Trefoil and the club's universally beloved 'smiley' crest on the chest. The crest and colors are the same used for the Leeds 26-27 away kit, which is yellow, navy, and white.
The long-sleeve silhouette is finished with vibrant yellow shoulder piping, white Three Stripes down the arms, and thickly striped navy, white, and yellow cuffs.
Nike Cryo Shot Mercurial R9 Ronaldo Colorway Leaked - New Images
Nike has shared fresh detailed images of the Cryo Shot Mercurial R9 in the iconic Ronaldo colorway. The model reworks the classic Mercurial Vapor R9 silhouette, originally worn by the Brazilian star during the 1998 World Cup, as a lifestyle sneaker under the new Cryo Shot line.
The colorway uses Varsity Royal and Varsity Maize with metallic silver accents along with black and sail details. It carries the style code IQ8160-400 and will retail for $210.
The pair is scheduled to release on June 30, 2026, as part of Nike's Summer 2026 lineup that adapts multiple heritage football boots for everyday wear. What do you make of this new R9 version? Let us know in the comments.
Thanks to @vladieboi
FC Isle of Man 2026-29 Home Kit Unveiled
FC Isle of Man has introduced its new home kit for the 2026-29 seasons. The design, produced by Hope & Glory, features the club's red and black colors and was selected by members through a vote.
The replica shirt is an EcoKit with a woven club crest. It will be worn by the team in the North West Counties League Premier Division.
Pre-orders are open via the official club shop until June 5, 2026. What are your thoughts on the latest FC Isle of Man home kit? Let us know in the comments.
Mexico Third Kit Debuts On Pitch vs Ghana
The Mexican national team debuted its new third kit during the friendly against Ghana on May 22 at Estadio Cuauhtémoc. The Adidas design features a black base with a tonal MX pattern, tricolor accents from the Mexican flag on the collar and sleeves, and special embroidery details. The full apparel line was also worn, including the usual sponsorship placements.
https://www.footyheadlines.com/2025/04/mexico-2026-se-kit.html
Released on May 11, the kit forms part of Mexico's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the country will co-host for the third time in its history. It results from a collaboration with Someone Somewhere and emphasizes national unity through the "Somos México" message.
The third kit provides an elegant alternative for when home and away colors clash. What do you think of Mexico's new third kit for the 2026-26 World Cup? Let us know in the comments.
Barcelona Releases Limited LaLiga Victory Box for 2025-26 Season
Barcelona has launched a limited edition LaLiga Victory Box to mark the club's 2025-26 title success. Priced at €499.99, the collection is sold exclusively through the official Barça store and is capped at 1,000 units total across available sizes.
Each box contains a player edition 2025-26 home jersey featuring a special commemorative LaLiga champions inscription, an official champions t-shirt, a numbered victory scarf, and a random limited Panini Instant card. The cards include rare parallels, with only 25 units across the run signed by players including Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Lewandowski, Pedri, and Gavi.
The release follows Barcelona's league triumph in the 2025-26 campaign. Orders are now open with shipping in approximately two weeks. Would you purchase one of these boxes? Let us know in the comments.
