Nike Have Production & Delivery Problems
Nike are having some supply problems, we can reveal. This becomes greatly evident with the Tiempo football boots - The Swoosh is set to release two new boot collections very soon, but fans of the Nike Tiempo Legend soccer cleats might have to miss out on them.
The launch of the PSG 4th kit was delayed to February 10
Nike Have Had Delivery / Production Problems In Vietnam & Indonesia
On Nike's website, there are three colorways of the high-end Nike Tiempo Legend IX boots available to buy. However, the latest paint job from the Recharge pack is not available. There has been no new Nike Tiempo Legend 9 paint job available since August.
No new Tiempos: Nike lost 10 weeks of production in Vietnam
Nike did not announce anything official about why the latest Nike Tiempo Legend 9 soccer cleats are not available. However, everything indicates it is because of manufacturing and delivery problems.
Nike make about three-quarters of their shoes in Southeast Asia, with 51% and 24% of manufacturing in Vietnam and Indonesia respectively. Nike said it incurred 10 weeks of lost production because of a shutdown in Vietnam for several weeks from July into September because of COVID-19.
The boots of Nike's best pro players are produced in Montebelluna, Italy
The general Nike Tiempo Legend 9 football boots are being produced in Vietnam.
We can already reveal that Nike's next boot collections, the Blueprint Pack and Shadow Pack, will also lack the high-end Nike Tiempo Legend 9 boots for the time being.
Nike will surely supply their best players with the new Tiempo boots - the player-exclusive cleats are made in Nike's famous factory in Montebelluna, Italy.
Nike's Premier 3 FG was also postponed
Other Nike football boots like the Premier 3 were also postponed. Originally scheduled to launch on 1 December 2021 globally, the Nike Premier 3 FG cleat is only available in Asia yet - we think they are currently shipped to the rest of the globe. In other countries, the Nike Premier 3 FG has been not released yet. The Nike Premier 3 are also produced in Vietnam.
Meanwhile, there seems to be no major supply problems with the high-end Mercurial and Phantom GT. The Mercurials are produced in China (and Bosnia & Herzegovina), the Phantom GT in Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Nike also have problems with releasing kits in time. The launch of the Chelsea and Liverpool 2022 pre-match jerseys are was postponed for a few weeks, and the PSG 21-22 fourth kit launch was delayed to February 10, 2022.
Not only Nike are having problems with releasing new products in time. Adidas have had problems delivering the 2022 collections of their Elite Clubs, and Puma have postponed their boot releases by several months.
Adidas and Puma have had problems as well
For example, Adidas could not supply Arsenal's Women's team with the new 2022 training collection, and the launch of the 2022 pre-match shirts for their big teams were also postponed or possibly even scrapped (Real Madrid?).
Puma's Flare Pack was scheduled to launch on 15 November 2021 but ultimately came out on January 20, 2022 (USA: 10 February).
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No More Adidas: Macron Aberdeen 26-27 Third Kit Released
Aberdeen FC and Macron have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 2026-27 season. Completing the Dons' wardrobe for the campaign alongside the red home and white away strips, the design takes direct inspiration from Aberdeenshire's iconic Craigievar Castle as the world-famous pink fortress marks its 400th anniversary.
The Aberdeen 26-27 third jersey features a light pink base that recalls the castle's distinctive pink-harled walls. It is enriched by an all-over geometric pattern woven directly into the fabric using Macron's Eco 3D Knit jacquard structure. Anthracite grey covers the raglan sleeves, side panels, cuffs, and ribbed V-neck collar, highlighted with refined silver piping, while the club crest and Macron Hero are both presented in monochrome anthracite on the chest.
Bespoke details include a stylized graphic of Craigievar Castle printed inside the back of the neck, as well as the city's historic "Bon Accord" motto running along the inner silicone hem tape. Pink shorts with anthracite inserts and pink socks finish off the full uniform, which is manufactured entirely from 100% recycled polyester.
Aberdeen FC 26-27 Third Kit Released
Aberdeen FC and technical partner Macron have officially unveiled their new third kit for the 26-27 season. Completing the Scottish Premiership side's uniform set for their first campaign with the Italian brand, the new strip draws direct inspiration from the iconic Craigievar Castle in Alford, Aberdeenshire, which celebrates its 400th anniversary in 2026.
The shirt arrives in a distinctive pink base paired with anthracite grey panels along the sides, sleeve cuffs, and V-neck collar, mirroring the famous pink-harled walls and dark slate roofs of the castle. An all-over geometric pattern is woven directly into the fabric using Macron's Eco 3D Knit jacquard material, made entirely from recycled plastic. Silver accents highlight elements of the collar, while a monochrome anthracite club crest and Macron Hero sit on the chest.
Bespoke detailing features throughout the jersey, including a stylized graphic of Craigievar Castle placed inside the triangular insert on the back of the neck. Inside the lower hem, custom red tape displays the club's traditional motto: "HAPPY TO MEET, SORRY TO PART, HAPPY TO MEET AGAIN – BON ACCORD." Matching pink shorts with anthracite side trims and pink socks complete the look.
All-New Inter Milan 26-27 Champions League Kit Font Released
Inter Milan will have a dedicated name and number font for their new 2026-27 third kit in the UEFA Champions League, something rarely seen from the Nerazzurri in recent years as they have typically used the standard Serie A typography in Europe.
For Serie A, Inter use the standard league typography in Speed Yellow. In the Champions League, however, the Nerazzurri switch to a bespoke 1990s-inspired font with taller, sharper-edged lettering and numbers featuring a thin blue outline, matching the kit's grey.
Interestingly, Inter's 2026-27 home shirt uses the standard Serie A font and was worn in their first Champions League match against Real Madrid. The third kit, meanwhile, features a dedicated Champions League typeface.
Fans can choose between the Serie A and Champions League fonts when customizing the Inter Milan 2026-27 third kit on the club's official web store. This dual-font approach gives the European version a distinct retro feel.
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.