Lyon Fans Want Players to Stop Wearing Green Boots
The supporters of Olympique Lyonnais are protesting against the players' green Adidas X Speedportal boots. Let us find out why.
Schalke players were criticized for wearing yellow 15 years ago
Lyon Fans Do Not Want Players to Wear Green Cleats - Color of Rivals AS Saint-Etienne
During the match between Olympique Lyonnais and Troyes, Lyon supporters protested against the use of green shoes - the color of the club's rival AS Saint-Etienne. They had a banner with a pair of green Adidas Speedportal football within a crossed-out circle and accompanied by a message “Respect our traditions”.
In Lyon's team, the Adidas X football shoe is by far the most popular boot silo - 13 players are wearing them, with many donning the green Adidas X Speedportal launch edition. This can be seen in the data of Football Boots DB.
There would be an easy solution to the problem. OL's players could switch to the Black Pack edition of the Adidas X Speedportal football boots. However, the players' contracts obligate them to wear the latest colorway.
Adidas X Speedportal 'Shadowportal' - Black/Solar Red/Solar Green
The Black Pack Adidas X 2022 'Shadowportal' football boots are anything but classic, despite being overwhelmingly black. Adidas combine the black base color with striking red Three Stripes and Solar Green detailing.
Next-Gen Adidas X Speedportal 22-23 'Shadowportal' Black Pack Boots Released
In fact, all this reminds us of a topic from 15 years ago in Germany. Back then, BVB players were criticized for wearing blue boots (color of rival Schalke), and Schalke players were criticized for wearing yellow boots (color of BVB). With brands releasing boots in every imaginable color, this seems to be no problem in Germany anymore.
Do you think Lyon's players will switch boots? What do you think of players wearing boots in the colors of their team's rival? Comment below.
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2007/08 Atlas Home Shirt (L) Atletica
2000/02 Monchengladbach Filou #24 *Signed* Home Shirt (M) Reebok
2008/09 Santos Richarlyson #20 Home Shirt (M) Reebok
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Turkey 2026 World Cup Pre-Match Shirt Revealed - Streamlined Nike Template for Smaller Nations
Nike's preparations for the 2026 World Cup are being finalized with the reveal of the new Turkey pre-match shirt.
Rather than receiving a bespoke design, the new Nike Turkey 2026 World Cup pre-match jersey utilizes a highly visible, streamlined template that the American sportswear brand will be rolling out across its wider portfolio of sponsored national federations.
The defining feature of the Turkey 2026 pre-match shirt is its bold, all-over geometric graphic. The template consists of tightly packed, wavy zig-zag lines that warp and curve to create a dynamic optical illusion across the entire torso and sleeves. For the Turkish national team, this busy pattern is executed in vibrant, contrasting shades of red and dark orange.
Nike is applying this exact same streamlined template to several other national teams, simply adjusting the color palettes to suit each country. European sides like Norway and Finland, alongside South American heavyweights Uruguay, will all sport identical pre-match designs featuring their respective national colors applied to the same wavy graphic.
What are your thoughts on Nike utilizing a shared, streamlined template for its 2026 national team pre-match shirts? Let us know in the comments below.
Nike and Kids of Immigrants Goalkeeper Jersey + Total 90 Shoes Released
Nike and streetwear label Kids of Immigrants have officially unveiled a comprehensive collaborative capsule collection. This wider release expands significantly upon the retro football aesthetic, offering a full range of apparel, accessories, and highly unique modified footwear.
The undeniable centerpiece of the expanded collection is the introduction of two bespoke slip-on mules, which draw heavy inspiration from the iconic Nike Total 90 football boot. The mules arrive in two distinct colorways: a muted beige and olive green iteration featuring a speckled sole, alongside a darker, glossy black and rich brown patent leather version. Both pairs are unified by a striking red and yellow outlined Swoosh on the midfoot and tongue, matching the vibrant accents found on the collection's primary jersey.
Rounding out the collaborative effort is a selection of matching apparel and accessories designed to complete the capsule. The standout piece of these other items is a special 1990s keeper kit.
Which item from the Nike x Kids of Immigrants collection is your favorite? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
The Nicest Boot Combos of the 2025-26 Season
The 2025-2026 season saw some great boot x kit combos. Huge thanks to Unisport for the great round-up.
