Adidas X Speedflow 'Messi Unparalleled' Signature Boots Released
- New Messi Signature Boots: Adidas released new signature boots for Messi named 'Messi Unparalleled', his first outside of Barcelona.
- X Speedflow Model: These new cleats are Messi's first Adidas X-based signature model after Adidas discontinued the Nemeziz line.
- Design and Features: The boots feature a purple, pink, and yellow color scheme with an all-over 'Messi 100' print, and they are technically the same as the regular X Speedflow model.
Adidas' new Messi signature boots, the Argentinian's first outside Barcelona, were just released under the name 'Messi Unparalleled'.
They are tied to the FIFA-inspired 'Numbers Up' collection and feature 'Messi 100' prints all over the upper.
The new cleats are also Messi's first Adidas X-based signature model after Adidas decided to discontinue the Nemeziz line this summer. Messi had been wearing the standard colorway of the X Speedflow.1 so far this campaign.
Adidas X Speedflow 'Messi Unparalleled'
This is the Adidas X Speedflow Messi 2021 football boot.
A striking look for one of the best footballers in history, the Adidas X Speedflow Messi 'Numbersup' cleats combine the colors purple, pink and yellow. The outstanding elements is an all-over 'Messi 100' print in a classic retro-futuristic font.
The boots are further customized with a "100 - Messi" text on the instep, which also features an Adidas logo as well as the speed of light, 299 792 458 (m / s).
Tech-wise, the Adidas X Speedflow Messi signature cleats are the same regular colorways of the Adidas X Speedflow. The next-gen Adidas X Speedflow is very similar to the Adidas X Ghosted.
Adidas X Speedflow.1 'Messi Unparalleled' - Features
- Carbitex carbon fibre insert and raised forefoot
- Stabilising Agilitycage
- Adidas Primeknit collar
- Textile upper
- 3D moulded heel
- Laser-cut TPU cage
- Price: 250 USD (EUR 220, GBP 180)
- Release date: 27 September 2021
The Adidas X Speedflow Messi 2021 boots were released on September 27th, 2021, a bit later than the rest of the Numbers Up pack. They retail at €220.
Do you miss the Nemeziz? What do you think of Messi making the switch to the Adidas X? Do you like these signature Messi Adidas X boots? Comment below.
Kilmarnock 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
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The Hummel Kilmarnock 2026-27 home jersey introduces a clean design in the club's traditional blue, complemented by Hummel's iconic chevrons on the shoulders. Offering a vibrant alternative, the Hummel Kilmarnock 2026-27 away shirt is predominantly yellow. Both kits share a cohesive design language characteristic of Hummel's recent templates and are available to purchase through the club's official channels.
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A viral post by X user @Free_y_thinker highlighted the issue, sharing a screenshot of the chatbot recommending a fake jersey as a better and cheaper alternative to the official kits. The post quickly gained massive traction with nearly a million views, prompting other users to share their own bizarre interactions with the shop.rfef.es AI, which included further recommendations for fakes, specific unauthorized sellers, and even seemingly random Python code. This incident highlights the potential pitfalls of implementing AI customer service without strict guardrails.
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