Boot Watch: Vapor I Return, Early Next-Gen Phantom 360 Debut, and Next-Gen Adidas F50 Testing
- CR7 Tribute: Nike released limited-edition Mercurial Vapor I remake boots in honor of Cristiano Ronaldo.
- Early Phantom Debut: Alexia Putellas unexpectedly debuted the next-generation Nike Phantom 360 boots in a match.
- F50 Testing: Manchester United's Women's team is testing various models of the upcoming Adidas F50 2025 boots.
As every Monday, it's time for Footy Headlines, in partnership with Bootsclub, to bring you the most interesting football boot stories of the past week; this week was the most interesting of the year for us, so far.
1. Nike Revives History with Exclusive CR7 Origins Boot
Nike has brought back a piece of football boot history with the exclusive Mercurial Vapor I Regen 'CR7 Origins'. The retro-inspired boots were spotted on the feet of Cristiano Ronaldo himself, as well as Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho, who has never hidden that CR7 is his idol and inspiration.
2. Alexia Putellas Debuts Next-Gen Nike Phantom 360
Barcelona star Alexia Putellas has given the next-generation Nike Phantom 360 an unexpectedly early match debut. The Ballon d'Or winner was spotted in whiteout prototypes, suggesting she's taken an immediate liking to the upcoming model. Nike likely didn't plan for this early reveal, but it's certainly a good sign that a player of her caliber has adopted them so quickly.
3. Man United Women's Team Testing All Versions of Upcoming Adidas F50
Manchester United's Women's team appears to be the testing ground for the next-generation Adidas F50 2025 boots. Adidas apparently made a special delivery to the club's training ground, supplying F50 athletes with whiteout prototypes of various models in the upcoming line.
4. Noussair Mazraoui Moving to Under Armour?
Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui has been spotted wearing Under Armour Shadow Elite 3.0 boots instead of his usual Nike Mercurial Vapor 16, indicating an imminent supplier change. This would mark another significant signing for Under Armour.
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5. Griezmann Continues Partnership with Decathlon Kipsta
Antoine Griezmann wore yet another colorway of Decathlon's Kipsta football boots, perfectly matching his Atletico Madrid kit. The French international is THE ambassador for the budget-friendly boot brand, showing that performance doesn't always come with a premium price tag.
6. Moise Kean's Custom "Chosen" Adidas F50
Perhaps the most unique boot spot of the week comes from Italy, where Moise Kean turned heads wearing custom-painted laceless Adidas F50 boots featuring the word "CHOSEN" prominently displayed. The striking design made for one of the most eye-catching custom boots we've seen this season.
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Trabzonspor 26-27 Home, Away, Third & Fourth Kits Released
Trabzonspor and Joma have officially released the club's new 2026-27 kit collection. The set features four distinct designs, unveiled by the Turkish club under the campaign slogan "En güzel formalar #BizdeVar".
The Joma Trabzonspor 2026-27 home kit features the thickest stripes seen during the brand's partnership with the club, presenting the classic claret and blue colors in a bold layout. The collection is completed by a solid blue away kit, a maroon third kit, and a black alternative fourth kit, offering a wide variety of options for the upcoming campaign.
Manchester City 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Long-Sleeve Version
Footy Headlines can now leak 4 new pictures of the Puma Manchester City 26-27 third kit. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
The kit was created using Puma's AI Creator tool in late 2024, with almost 180,000 kits designed by City supporters, and the final design was chosen from 10 finalists.
Unique Svolme Delsalma-4 LE Boots Spotted at 2026 World Cup
During the 2026 World Cup, an extremely rare pair of football boots was spotted on the feet of Japanese player Junnosuke Suzuki in Monterrey, Mexico. The boots in question are the Svolme Delsalma-4 LE, a limited-edition release from the Japanese sports brand Svolme. Suzuki's pair is one of only 1,248 produced globally, making it a highly exclusive model on the international stage. Thanks to @abcdefutbol.
The Svolme Delsalma-4 LE is designed as a touch-focused boot, featuring a premium kangaroo leather upper that provides a soft and natural feel on the ball. The brand, which is well-known in Japan but rarely seen in major global competitions, released this limited run to coincide with the tournament in North America. Suzuki’s choice to wear the Delsalma-4 LE highlights a unique piece of Japanese football equipment during the biggest international competition.
Barrow AFC 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League side Barrow AFC have completed their 2026-27 kit lineup with the launch of their new away shirt. Made by Puma, the away kit follows the release of the club's home strip earlier this month, confirming the brand as their technical sponsor for the upcoming season.
The Barrow AFC 2026-27 home kit, originally unveiled on June 1, is billed as "125 Years In The Making." The design serves as a traditional and commemorative tribute to the Cumbrian club's 125th anniversary. The newly revealed away kit provides a contrasting alternative for their travels, rounding out the wardrobe as they prepare for their National League campaign following their recent relegation from League Two.
Special Commemorative Patches for 1000th FIFA World Cup Match
To mark a significant milestone in football history, special commemorative patches were featured during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F match between Tunisia and Japan in Monterrey. The fixture officially marked the 1000th match in the history of the tournament.
In recognition of the occasion, both the Japan and Tunisia national teams wore mini Match 1000 arm patches on their jerseys. The special detailing was spotted on the players' kits during the game, as well as on the shirts laid out in the dressing rooms beforehand.
The commemorative design was not limited to the competing teams, as the match officials also wore the Match 1000 patch on their referee kits. This subtle yet historic addition provided a unique touch to the kits for the milestone game.
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Manuel Neuer Wears Special 'Legacy' and 'Golden Gloves' Patches at 2026 World Cup
Following Luka Modrić and Lionel Messi, Manuel Neuer became the next player to wear two special patches when he appeared in Germany's second group-stage match against Ivory Coast.
On his right sleeve was the "Legacy" patch (which had already appeared in the opening match), while on his left sleeve was the "Golden Glove" patch, honoring the individual award he won at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
All Special 2026 World Cup Player Patches Revealed - Footy Headlines
