Insane! Supposed Leaked Adidas 2018 World Cup Boots Were All-New Nike FTR10 Prototype Boots
Dec 17, 2017, by Chris
Back in May 2017, we shared a picture of what we (and our source) believed to be the Adidas X 18+ and 18.1, or at least early prototypes of them. We came to this conclusion because the one boot featured a lace cover and the other looked and awful lot like the X 16.1 and 17.1.
Later this year Gabriel Jesus was spotted wearing blackout next-gen Adidas X Purespeed boots in training, and they looked nothing like the earlier leak, which was subsequently quickly forgotten about.
Turns out, the blackout boots were Nikes all along. Thanks to the leak of the Nike FTR10, we can now correctly identify the blackouts as prototypes of that exact boot. The Nike FTR10 cleat silo is set to debut after the 2018 World Cup and will replace the current Magista line.
Having only seen the inside of the Nike FTR10 cleats so far, we can now see the entirety of the upper, while also getting a better look at the 3-D control texture that covers it all around. The collar and lacing system of the all-new Nike soccer boots can be seen better than ever before. Sewn to the Flyknit upper, said collar looks to be made from an entirely different, sock-like material.
Probably even more interesting is the pair of boots on the right side. First off, although it does look a lot like the Adidas X 16.1 and 17.1 models, it's very likely a 'takedown' of the FTR10 Elite without the lace cover. This is supported by the upper texture, especially in the forefoot part, as well as the collar which is similar but not identical to those found on the Adidas shoes.
Despite obviously being something of a successor for the Magista line, the Nike FTR10 makes some serious changes while taking inspiration from some of Adidas' most successful recent innovations along the way. Perhaps this was one of the main reasons for the new name.
What do you think of these 'new' Nike FTR10 blackout pictures? Drop us a line below, and check out the Boot Calendar for all the latest leaks and release dates.
Barnsley 26-27 Third Kit Released
Barnsley FC and technical partner Oxen have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 campaign. The release serves as the final chapter in the club's "Toby Tyke trilogy," following the houndstooth-patterned home shirt and star-clustered away kit, bringing the beloved mascot directly to the forefront.
The Oxen Barnsley 26-27 third shirt is predominantly white with light grey elements and bright green trim on the v-neck collar, cuffs, and side panels. Instead of the standard club crest, the jersey showcases a redrawn vintage Toby Tyke mascot in a green kit clutching a football positioned centrally on the chest. An intricate, all-over tonal print covers the body and sleeves, repeating Toby Tyke and the retro "The Tykes" typography, which is also neatly printed on the upper back.
Created in collaboration with creative studio VFILES, club director Julie Anne Quay, and a lifelong Barnsley supporter, the shirt features centered black branding from Oxen and main sponsor The Investment Room, alongside Weston Park Cancer Charity on the sleeve and Parliament on the lower back. The look is completed with white shorts and bright green and white socks.
Annapolis Blues Let Season Members Choose 2027 Home Kit From 8 Puma Options
American side Annapolis Blues FC have launched a member vote to select their official home kit for the 2027 campaign. The club, which competes in both USL League Two and the USL W League, has continued its tradition of community-driven design decisions by unveiling eight distinct Puma concepts for their supporters to choose from.
The eight proposals showcase a wide range of looks while keeping the Maryland club's signature royal blue palette, circular blue crab crest, and adaptic chest sponsorship. The options range from modern graphic looks—including a fading chest burst, jagged side accents, and quartered two-tone blocks—to classic aesthetics featuring a navy diagonal sash with gold detailing, a bold white chevron, horizontal bands, and refined pinstripes complete with a polo collar.
Voting is exclusively open to 2027 Season Membership Holders, who received their voting ballots directly by email. In addition to deciding the official matchwear for both the men's and women's squads, members will also receive the winning home jersey alongside a commemorative scarf as part of their membership benefits.
Hartlepool United 26-27 Third Kit Released
Hartlepool United and technical partner Meyba have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 2026-27 season. Directly inspired by the club's archives, the shirt serves as a modern reimagining of Pools' memorable 1995-96 away strip, combining unmistakable mid-nineties aesthetics with contemporary sportswear performance.
The Meyba Hartlepool United 26-27 third jersey features a striking split design. Its upper half is clean white, layered with bold angular diagonal stripes in red and pale blue that flow down into a solid red lower section detailed with subtle pale blue vertical pinstripes. The top is finished with a retro black polo-style collar that incorporates red trim and a functional zip neck. Additional bespoke touches include an embroidered ship's wheel crest, "Est 1908" placed beneath the outer back collar, and the rallying cry "NEVER SAY DIE" printed inside the collar.
Completing the nostalgic ensemble, local partner Camerons Brewery returns as the primary front-of-shirt sponsor, directly echoing the brewery's Strongarm branding seen on the original 1995-96 design. Matching red shorts and red socks round off the full kit.
Canberra United 26-27 Home and Away Kits Released
Ninja A-League Women side Canberra United has officially unveiled its new home and away kits for the 26-27 season, crafted by Australian sportswear brand Konqa. The partnership between the club and the Melbourne-based manufacturer enters its second consecutive campaign after Konqa first took over United's kit production last year.
The Canberra United 26-27 home shirt arrives in the club's traditional bright green hue. It showcases a modern sublimated design featuring tonal diagonal brush strokes across the torso, paired with neat dark green and white detailing along the crew collar and cuffs. Gym chain Club Lime continues as the primary sponsor on the chest, positioned below a centrally placed Konqa logo and a raised silicone club crest topped with two championship stars.
Contrasting the vibrant home shirt, the 26-27 away jersey switches to a deep forest green base. It carries the same sharp graphic patterning sublimated throughout the fabric, finished with crisp white and bright lime trims around the neckline and sleeves. Supported by University of Canberra across the front, the new collection provides the capital club with a distinctive and cohesive visual identity for the upcoming campaign.
