Barca's Iñaki Peña Gives World First Look At Next-Gen Predator 2021 Boots
May 20, 2020, by Chris
The Adidas Predator 21 boot is no longer a secret as FC Barcelona keeper Iñaki Peña has almost certainly become the first player to wear a blackout prototype of the Adidas Predator 21 soccer cleat.
Inaki Pena is a regular of the Adidas Predator 20.1, which makes is very likely that it is indeed the first look at the Adidas Predator 21.1 football boots.
Iñaki Peña Reveals Blackout Adidas Predator 21 Cleats
Close-up picture of the black-out Adidas Predator 21 prototype cleat.
The most remarkable element of the new Adidas Predator 21 boots is the upper. Similar to the current generation, the Adidas Predator 21 has special rubber grip elements. The grip elements of the Adidas Predator 21 soccer cleats seem to be even bigger and more remarkable than those of the Predator 20, and are differently placed.
Other elements of the upper of the Adidas Predator 21 look similar to the current generation.
The sole plate of the Adidas Predator 21 boots is not really visible on the pictures. At first glance, the outsole construction looks similar to the current generation.
The Adidas Predator 21 soccer cleats drop in January 2021 most likely. They will be also a laceless variant - the Adidas Predator 21+.
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Austria Lustenau Release Special-Edition 26-27 "Vintage" Kit
Austrian club SC Austria Lustenau has unveiled a special-edition jersey, dubbed the "Vintage" kit, created in collaboration with Italian brand Erreà. The limited-edition shirt was launched for the friendly match against German giants FC Schalke 04 at the Sun Minimeal Arena.
The Erreà Austria Lustenau 26-27 "Vintage" jersey comes in an off-white cream base adorned with a subtle all-over floral damask pattern. It is complemented by a dark green polo collar with dual gold pinstripes, an aesthetic echoed on the matching ribbed sleeve cuffs. To complete the clean retro look, the club crest, Erreà chest logo, and Sun Minimeal front sponsor are all rendered in monochrome dark green.
On the back, the retro styling continues with an elegant serif typeface in green for the player names and squad numbers. The release represents another custom design from Erreà in their first season outfitting the Austrian side, after taking over the club's technical contract ahead of the 26-27 campaign.
Betting Ban: Brazilian Club Vila Nova Announce BYD Main Shirt Sponsor Deal
Brazilian club Vila Nova FC has officially announced Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD as its new primary front-of-shirt sponsor. Described by the club as the largest commercial partnership in its history, the agreement places the BYD logo prominently on the chest of the team's Volt Sport kits through the end of 2026, with an option to extend into 2027.
The sponsorship is executed in collaboration with Saga, an authorized dealership network representing BYD in Brazil, whose small logo appears directly underneath the main BYD mark. The automotive manufacturer replaces previous shirt sponsor Bet da Sorte, following a wave of regulatory restrictions on betting companies operating in Brazilian football.
Currently fighting at the top of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B table and chasing promotion to the top flight, Vila Nova is set to debut the redesigned shirts immediately. The landmark agreement secures vital financial stability for the club's promotion push while expanding BYD's growing footprint across South American football.
Legia Warsaw Release First Adidas Originals Collection in Decades
Legia Warsaw and Adidas have officially launched an all-new Originals lifestyle collection, marking the club's first dedicated project under the iconic Trefoil banner in decades. The retro-infused streetwear range draws heavily on vintage terrace fashion and archival sportswear aesthetics.
Rendered in Legia's traditional palette of green, white, and black, the drop includes classic full-zip track jackets, hoodies, track pants, and t-shirts. Every piece is detailed with Adidas' signature Trefoil logo and prominent Three Stripes down the sleeves and legs. Fans are also treated to two distinct badge options across the garments, with items arriving with either the club's modern crest or the iconic circular 'eLka' emblem.
The Adidas Originals Legia Warsaw collection is available now through the club's official online fan store and selected physical locations. Prices range from 259 PLN for t-shirts to 419 PLN (60-95 EUR) for the full-zip track tops.
