Benzema, Kroos, Sturridge & More - All Players Who Are Lacing Up In Old Boots
Dec 30, 2018, by Chris
Many players are currently wearing old football boots. We take a look at the most important players who are using old football boots, including Karim Benzema, Arjen Robben, Daniel Sturridge and, of course, Toni Kroos-
Karim Benzema - Adidas F50 Adizero 2014
Some months ago, Real Madrid striker Benzema switched to the old Adidas F50 Adizero from the Samba Pack, released in 2014.
Toni Kroos - Adidas 11pro II 2014
Toni Kroos - Adidas 11pro II 2014
Toni Kroos has been lacing up in the same boot for ore than four years now - the white, blue and black Adidas 11pro II soccer cleat released in early 2014.
Daniel Sturridge - Nike Hypervenom I 2014
Daniel Sturridge might not be playing an important role for Liverpool currently, but he has stood out with his boot choice - the first-gen Nike Hypervenom and its Hyper Crimson colorway from 2014.
Etienne Capoue - Nike Mercurial Vapor EURO 2012
Watford's Etienne Capoue laced up in the white and pink Nike Mercurial Vapor football boot that was released for the EURO 2012 - more than six years old already.
Daniel Baier - Nike Hypervenom Phantom I 2014
Augsburg's Daniel Baier is another player who decided to pick out the first-gen Nike Hypervenom Phantom.
Kasper Schmeichel - Adidas Predator Accelerator 2018 Remake
Leicester keeper Kasper Schmeichel is using the 2018 remake of the Adidas Predator Accelerator Electricity 1998.
Philip Billing - Adidas F50 Adizero 2011
Huddersfield's Philip Billing showed off the red and electricity Adidas F50 Adizero leather boots against Manchester United on Boxing Day.
Arjen Robben - Adidas X 17.1 Deadly Strike
Arjen Robben from Bundesliga giants Bayern München has been using a camouflaged version of the Adidas X 17.1 from the Deadly Strike pack since their release in April 2018. We would not wonder if he would use them until the end of his Bayern career in Summer 2019.
Luka Milivojevic - Adidas F50 Adizero 2014
XXX - Sergio Ramos - Nike Tiempo Legend IV White / Gold - 2011
Sergio Ramos this month used the classic Nike Tiempo Legend 4 for one match before reverting to the modern Nike Tiempo Legend 7.
Do you know any other players who are lacing up in old soccer cleats currently? Let us know in the comments below.
Aston Villa 26-27 Third Kit On Sale Early in Adidas Store
Aston Villa's 26-27 third kit has gone on sale early at an official Adidas store in Tenerife ahead of its official launch.
Photos shared by supporter @squirrelvilla confirmed that the complete strip was available to buy in Playa De Las Americas, giving fans an early look at the new shirt and matching shorts in hand.
The Adidas Aston Villa 26-27 third shirt features a light icy blue base covered in an elaborate, repeating swirl pattern across the front and sleeves. Claret detailing highlights the crew neck collar, sleeve cuffs, and signature Three Stripes, while both the centered Adidas logo and Aston Villa crest sit prominently on the chest. The version bought in store was sold without a main front sponsor.
FC Penafiel 26-27 Home Kit Released
Portuguese Liga 2 club FC Penafiel has officially launched its new home kit for the 26-27 season, produced by Nike. The release heralds a new kit deal for the club, leaning into a classic aesthetic that honors their traditional Rubro-Negro identity.
The Nike FC Penafiel 26-27 home jersey is predominantly red, styled with a contrasting black polo collar and open v-neck cut. Adding to the retro design, the club badge is set within a dark circular crest frame on the left chest, accompanied by a black Nike Swoosh and white Abanca sponsorship branding across the chest.
The FC Penafiel 26-27 home shirt is available now through the club's official webshop, priced at €59.99.
Nigeria Women Update Crest With 10 Stars
At the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), defending champions Nigeria featured a special detail on their shirts: 10 stars added above their crest. The "Super Falcons" had never worn stars on their kits in previous WAFCONs.
The 10 stars represent Nigeria's 10 continental titles, celebrating their history as the most dominant team in African women's football. Big thanks to our Vietnamese partner @jerseystory_vn for the collage image.
