Bale Gives Best Look Yet At All-New Next-Gen Adidas X 18 Boots
Apr 4, 2018, by Chris
Update: After Bale has been spotted with the next-gen Adidas X 18 in Real Madrid's training in mid-march 2018, the Wales striker has given us another perfect look at the next-generation Adidas X 18.1 football boots during last month's China Cup.
Gareth Bale Showcases Blackout Adidas X 18.1 Boots
Real Madrid striker Gareth Bale has has trained in a prototype of the next-gen Adidas X 18.1 soccer cleats this week.
Gareth Bale Trains in Blackout Adidas X 18.1 Boots
Close-up picture of the blackout Adidas X 18.1 cleats worn by Gareth Bale.
Gareth Bale wore the same cleats as all other Adidas players who trained in the next-gen Adidas X 18.1 soccer boots. The images of Real Madrid's training give us the best look at the boots yet.
The next-generation Adidas X 18.1 football shoes bring the Adidas X silo in a new era. They are made for ultimate speed featuring an all-new upper construction as well as a ultra-lightweight sole plate.
Next-Gen Adidas X 18.1 - Features
- Speedmesh upper engineered to offer minimalistic feel
- Speed closure system that combines lightweight thin speed laces weaved together through a cable-wire construction
- Claw collar with new stretch materials to provide stability, support and lock down fit
- Molded Heel counter provides a snug and stable fit that locks your foot firmly in place during explosive acceleration
- Speedframe outsole features state of the art lightweight drillium tooling and minimalistic construction offers traction for rapid acceleration
- Arrowhead design forefoot studs for optimum traction and acceleration combined with round heel studs for lightning quick input and release
What do you think of the next-generation Adidas X 18 soccer boots? Let us know in the comments below.
Nike Phantom 6 Haaland Chapter 5 Boots Revealed - Reactive Nike Hydra Upper
Through its partner stores, Nike has officially revealed Erling Haaland's fifth signature edition, the Nike Phantom 6 Haaland Chapter 5 from his Force of Nature collection. Finished in a Baltic Blue colorway with cloud-inspired graphics across the rear, the low-cut boot introduces Nike's Hydra treatment, which uses reactive white ink that vanishes when wet to uncover additional details of the graphic beneath. Engineered for lethal finishing in the 26-27 season, the boot combines a Gripknit upper with a Cyclone 360 soleplate and is scheduled to launch on October 1, 2026. Huge thanks to Pro Direct and Unisportsore for images and the video.
Fortuna Sittard 26-27 Cup Kit Released - Sponsorless 1957 Tribute
Dutch Eredivisie side Fortuna Sittard and technical supplier Robey have officially revealed a special cup kit for the 26-27 campaign. Created in collaboration with design agency 51North, this release marks the very first dedicated cup kit in the club's history. It serves as a direct tribute to predecessor club Fortuna '54, who won the 1957 KNVB Beker with a memorable Bram Appel hat-trick against Feyenoord.
The Robey Fortuna Sittard 26-27 cup shirt faithfully revives the historic look with a white base highlighted by broad horizontal red and blue stripes across the chest, completing the Dutch tricolor. In true vintage fashion, the jersey comes with long sleeves as standard and features a retro polo collar. Club sponsors voluntarily stepped aside to allow a completely clean, sponsorless front, while the Robey branding and club badge are subtly embroidered in tonal white to maintain the authentic aesthetic.
Additional bespoke details round off the historic tribute. A heritage Fortuna '54 tag sits near the bottom hem, and an embroidered depiction of the KNVB Cup sits neatly below the back collar, added with official federation approval. The shirt is worn with matching white shorts and socks, completing a timeless look for Fortuna's cup run.
FIFA ASEAN Cup Features Same Left-Sleeve Kit Badge as in 2026 FIFA World Cup Final
The opening match between Laos and Brunei provided a full reveal of the sleeve patch pairing for the inaugural FIFA-organized Southeast Asian tournament.
Moving away from the previously expected navy blue, the official tournament patches feature a clean white base. Most notably, the "Football Unites the World" sleeve patch on the left arm is the exact same design that made a single, exclusive appearance at the recent World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina.
Big thanks to @What The Kit for spotting and making the collage.
