Our 10 Best Boots Of The Decade
Dec 23, 2019, by Chris
The 2010s have been a good decade for football kits, as our list of the Top 10 Kits released in the last ten years revealed. However, the decade was even more interesting for people into football boots - there have been much bigger innovations than with football jerseys.
The 2010s brought us the first-ever knitted, high-cut and (knitted high-cut) laceless soccer cleats. For someone who would awaken from coma after ten years sit would be a very big shock seeing today's football boots, and also the development over the years.
10 - Adidas Nemeziz
Inspired by medical tape, the Adidas Nemeziz might be not the best looking boot. However, there are certainly the best laceless boot available, offering both a tight and comfort fit.
9 | Puma Future Netfit
Puma introduced (Future Netfit, ONE) and discontinued (evoPOWER; evoSPEED) many different boot silos in the 2010s. The Puma Future Netfit with its revolutionary Netfit lacing system is here to stay, at least if Puma is wise.
8 | Adidas Adizero F50 - Messi Edition
We still are sad that Adidas decided to discontinue the Adidas F50 Adizero silo - the Three Stripes brand do not offer a such a lightweight minimalist speed boot anymore. They were many great colorways of the boots - the white and red Adidas F50 Adizero Messi boot released in 2013 is our favorite.
7 | 2010 Nike CTR Maestri
The Nike CTR Maestri is one of people's boot silo that they miss most. They were replaced with the revolutionary Nike Magista in 2014 ahead of the World Cup.
6 | Nike Clash Euro 2012 Collection
The Nike EURO 2012 Clash collection was the best looking boots collection for a big tournament in the 2010s.
5 | Adidas Copa 19+
The Adidas Copa 19+ football boot was the best release of the past few years - laceless leather design as it should look like in 2019.
4 | Nike Mercurial Vapor IX CR7 Special Edition
Limited to just 100 pairs worldwide, the Nike Mercurial Vapor IX Cristiano Ronaldo boot released in 2014 to celebrate his 2013 Ballon d'Or title are boots color combined in perfection. No0o wonder they were sold out in less than a minute.
3 | Nike Hypervenom 2013
The original Nike Hypervenom football boot might be the best-ever synthetic boot ever released. If Nike wouldn't have it got so wrong with the second generation of it, we think the silo would be still there.
2 | Adidas Ace Purecontrol / Ace 16+ GTI
The first-ever modern laceless knitted football boot, the Adidas Ace Purecontrol were the most revolutionary Adidas football boot released this decade. The tech innovations were already big, but especially the aesthetic brought football boots on a whole new level.
1 | Nike Magista Obra 2014 World Cup Boots
The Nike Magista Obra 2014 World Cup Boots were the most revolutionary and game-cahning football boot released in the 2010s, and certainly also in this century so far. They were both the first-ever knitted and high-cut soccer cleat, changing the game forever.
Do you agree? Which is your favorite boot of the decade? Comment below.
Benfica Renew Adidas Kit Deal Until 2033 in Record €120M Agreement
Benfica and Adidas have officially announced a six-year extension to their kit supplier partnership, committing the German brand to the Lisbon giants through 2033. Beginning in 2027 when the previous agreement concludes, the new deal is reportedly worth €120 million over six years, translating to around €20 million per season. This doubles the club's previous annual earnings from Adidas and represents the most lucrative kit sponsorship deal in Portuguese football history.
A central pillar of the expanded contract is Adidas acquiring the naming rights to Benfica's acclaimed youth training and development centre in Seixal, which has been officially renamed the adidas Benfica Campus. The rebranding coincides with the 20th anniversary of the complex, which first opened in 2006. Benfica and the Three Stripes already paid tribute to the academy's legacy through the design of their 26-27 home and third kits.
The partnership between Benfica and Adidas remains one of the longest continuous kit supply relationships in world football. After an initial stint between 83-84 and 89-90, the German brand has outfitted the club continuously since the 97-98 campaign. By the end of this new extension in 2033, the two sides will have completed 36 consecutive seasons together.
Retro 1980s Aesthetic: Newcastle United 26-27 Originals Retro Collection Released
Adidas and Newcastle United have officially released their latest retro lifestyle capsule, dubbed the adidas Originals Culturewear collection. Taking heavy inspiration from the club's classic 1980s training wear, the collection was first showcased on first-team players arriving ahead of Premier League action before rolling out for Mags+ members and hitting general sale.
The range adopts a clean color palette of dark navy, white, and subtle light blue accents. A defining highlight across every piece is the use of Newcastle United's iconic circular 1980s crest—originally seen between 1983 and 1988—paired alongside the classic embroidered adidas Trefoil emblem. The capsule features a standout long-sleeve white jersey boasting a tonal jacquard pattern, a color-blocked zip-up track top, a matching navy hoodie, a chest-band graphic t-shirt, and straight-leg track pants. The lineup is completed by a matching pair of adidas Handball Spezial sneakers crafted in light blue suede with a gum sole.
Arnaut Danjuma Still Wearing Adidas F50 Adizero IV 'Battle' Remake Boots
Dutch attacker Arnaut Danjuma is proving that great boots never go out of style, as he continues to lace up in the reissued Adidas F50 Adizero IV from the 2014 World Cup Battle Pack. While most professional players frequently rotate into the newest generation speed models, Danjuma has maintained an impressive loyalty to the limited-edition retro release years after its drop.
The boot in question is the 2022 Speed Legacy Pack remake of the legendary F50 Adizero IV, which originally dominated the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil on the feet of top scorers like James Rodríguez, Robin van Persie, and Thomas Müller. The reissue faithfully revived the distinctive black-and-white geometric upper pattern with metallic gold three stripes, while modernizing the underfoot tech with the lightweight Carbitex Speedframe tooling borrowed from the X Speedflow.
Rosario Central 26-27 Third Kit Released
Rosario Central and Le Coq Sportif have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 campaign. Named "La Calesita," the jersey completes a special collection celebrating the centenary of the Estadio Gigante de Arroyito, paying tribute to the ground's architecture and the vibrant atmosphere created by the club's supporters.
The Le Coq Sportif Rosario Central 26-27 third shirt moves away from traditional blue and yellow stripes in favor of a deep dark petrol base, accented by bright yellow paneling along the shoulders and sleeves. Running vertically down the front is a perspective graphic inspired by stadium seating, creating an expanding vanishing point that evokes the scale of the Gigante de Arroyito and the sweeping movement of the famous "calesita" banners hung by the fans.
Crafted from Jacquard polyester fabric, the jersey is finished with a two-tone V-neck collar, high-definition embroidered club crests, and a specialized authenticity seal that reveals UV-reactive Le Coq Sportif details. Dark petrol shorts and vibrant yellow socks complete the new Rosario Central 26-27 third kit.
Reggina 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Italian club AS Reggina 1914 and technical partner Givova have officially unveiled the club's new home, away, and goalkeeper kits for the 26-27 season. Drawing profound inspiration from the historical landmarks and archaeological heritage of Reggio Calabria, each shirt tells a distinct story rooted in local identity.
The Reggina 26-27 home kit arrives in the club's traditional amaranto shade, decorated with an intricate geometric graphic on the front panel inspired by the ancient Roman Baths of Reggio Calabria. Givova's white logos sit on the chest and sleeves, matching the kit's clean numbering and completing an all-amaranto look with coordinating shorts and socks.
For the away strip, Givova delivers a predominantly white design accented by an amaranto collar, side panels, and sleeve trim. The front of the shirt features subtle vertical band patterns drawn from the ornate mosaics at the Roman Villa of Casignana, accompanied by a retro 1990s-style club badge. Completing the set, the goalkeeper kit stands out in vibrant green, adorned with claret details and a striking circular motif portraying Calabria's traditional apotropaic masks.
Adidas Flamengo 26-27 EQT Collection Released
Adidas and Flamengo have officially launched the club's new Equipment (EQT) retro collection, making the Rubro-Negro the first Brazilian club to receive the iconic line. Inspired by the brand's seminal 1991 and 1992 aesthetics, the 1990s-themed capsule ditches the modern CRF monogram in favor of Flamengo's historic rowing crest with crossed oars and an anchor, placed alongside the classic Adidas Trefoil text logo. The lifestyle collection features five pieces including a color-blocked windbreaker jacket, crewneck sweatshirt, track pants, and graphic t-shirts in the club's signature red, black, and white color scheme.
Go Ahead Eagles 26-27 Third Kit Released
Dutch Eredivisie club Go Ahead Eagles and technical sponsor Stanno have officially unveiled their new third kit for the 2026-27 season. Named "Our Holy Waters," the design serves as a thematic companion to this season's "Our Holy Ground" home and away jerseys, shifting the focus to the club's deep connection with the IJssel river.
The Stanno Go Ahead Eagles 26-27 third shirt is built around an off-white base with fine vertical pinstripes running down the front. The centerpiece of the design is a detailed historic cog ship illustration across the torso, celebrating the Hanseatic maritime history of Deventer. Rich forest green decorates the folded collar and sleeve cuffs, complemented by gold trim and "GAE" lettering embroidered on the collar insert. Sponsor logos and branding appear in a metallic copper-bronze shade, alongside a recolored green and gold club crest.
Matching off-white shorts with green side piping and socks featuring the club's eagle crest complete the full kit. The Go Ahead Eagles 2026-27 third kit is available to purchase immediately through the club's official online store.