Weekly Football Boot Watch – Unique Creations, 2002 Remakes & Youngest Player to Wear Signature Boots
- Custom Boots: Mario Lemina sported custom Adidas Predator 24 LL boots with motivational slogans.
- Youngest Signature Player: Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to wear his own signature Adidas F50 boots.
- 2002 Remake: Vinicius Junior wore a remake of the 2002 Nike Mercurial Vapor I soccer cleats.
While last week saw Marc Cucurella's Puma Future mishap dominate headlines, this week brought fresh boot appearances across the footballing world. In collaboration with Bootsclub, we break down the top boot spottings of the week.
1. Mario Lemina – Custom Adidas Predator 24 LL
Wolves midfielder Mario Lemina hit the pitch in a striking custom Adidas Predator 24 LL. His pair features a white base adorned with bold black slogans like "Hard Work," giving it a motivational edge.
2. Lamine Yamal – Adidas F50 Signature Boots
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal made history as the youngest player ever to wear his own signature boots. His pinky signature boots are available this week.
3. Vinicius Junior – Nike Mercurial Vapor I ‘RGN’
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior lit up the pitch in the remake of the 2002 Nike Mercurial Vapor I soccer cleats. The tech of the innovative boots is 22 years old - but still good enough for one of the world's best players.
4. Rodrigo Aguirre – Custom Yellow Nike Mercurial Superfly 10 Matching His Club América Kit
Club América forward Rodrigo Aguirre turned heads with his custom yellow Nike Mercurial Superfly 10 boots. Based on Mbappé’s signature design, Aguirre’s pair is a perfect match for Club América's yellow kit.
5. Michael Olise – Nike Hypervenom III Matching Kits
Michael Olise matched his boots with his kits again, opting for white boots with Bayern's off-white third kit in the Champions League and for blackout boots with Bayern's black away kit in the Bundesliga.
Olise is without a boot contract, allowing him to wear discounted boots (Nike Hypervenom) in any paint jobs he wants.
Would you like to see more players with custom boots? Let us know in the comments, and make sure to follow @Bootsclub for the latest in boot spots. Don’t forget to check out our Boot Calendar for upcoming releases!
Vintage Football Shirts
from Cult Kits
2024/25 Mexico *Player Issue* Away Shirt (M) Adidas
1994 Germany Reusable Face Mask
2002/04 England Beckham #7 Away Shirt (L) Umbro
1998/99 Catalunya Jumper (XL) Puma
2017/18 Manchester United *BNWT* Adidas Tango Training Jacket (XS)
1999 Shonan Bellmare #27 L/S Away Shirt (L) Kappa
2009/11 Italy FIGC Referee *BNWT* L/S Shirt (XS) Diadora
2009/10 Manchester United Nike Champions T-Shirt (S)
2002/03 Galatasaray Xavier #12 Home Shirt (M) Umbro
2025 Denmark 1/4 Zip Jacket (L) Hummel X Rotate
Stunning Fortuna Köln 2026 Regional Cup Final Kit Released
German side SC Fortuna Köln has released a highly limited special-edition kit to wear during their upcoming 2026 Mittelrheinpokal final. Produced by Dutch sportswear brand Robey, this exclusive release celebrates the club's first appearance in the regional cup final in six years, as they look to secure the trophy for the first time in 13 years.
The Robey SC Fortuna Köln 2026 Cup Final shirt introduces a striking tri-color gradient design that provides a highly bespoke look for the occasion. The top of the jersey begins in a deep navy blue, smoothly fading into a vibrant light blue chest band before transitioning into a clean white lower half.
Adding a premium, historic touch to the kit, all application details - including the Robey manufacturer branding, the central 'HIT' sponsor, and a classic standalone 'F' retro crest - are executed in metallic gold. A subtle light blue V-neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs complete the sophisticated aesthetic.
Priced at €75, this exclusive release serves as a unique collector's item for supporters of the Regionalliga West side. Curiously, while releasing this kit, the club has actively pushed an "All in Red" (Alle in Rot) motto for the fans attending the match, asking supporters to create a sea of red in the stands despite the team wearing their special-edition colors on the pitch.
What are your thoughts on this striking gradient Cup Final kit by Robey? Let us know in the comments below.
Aston Villa to Wear Third Kit with Charity Sponsor in Europa League Final
Aston Villa has officially confirmed they will wear their 2025-2026 Adidas third kit for the upcoming UEFA Europa League Final against SC Freiburg in Istanbul.
The decision was made due to a direct kit clash with the German side's traditional all-red home strip, forcing the Premier League club out of their iconic claret and blue. Furthermore, due to strict betting licensing regulations in Turkey, the club's principal partner, Betano, cannot be legally displayed on the jerseys. In response, the space is used by the Aston Villa Foundation for the historic showpiece event.
This special-edition jersey also features the Aston Villa Foundation branding across the chest in matching purple typography, sitting just below a commemorative Match ID text that marks the May 20 final at Besiktas Park.
Recognizing the historical significance of this unique uniform, the club is making the charity edition available to the public. Supporters can purchase these limited-edition shirts, complete with the foundation branding and central match details, in both authentic and replica versions from official club stores.
This rare combination of an alternate kit, a one-off charity sponsor, and European final detailing instantly makes this release a highly sought-after piece for shirt collectors.
