Weekly Boot Watch: Signature Boots Debuted, Players Switch Brands
- Mbappe's Special Boots: Mbappe wore special Nike Mercurial x Air Max 95 boots in two games, both with unfortunate outcomes for him.
- Bellingham's Signature Boots Debut: Bellingham debuted the Adidas Predator 25 'Chrome Dream' boot.
- Garnacho's Potential Brand Switch: Garnacho was seen wearing Skechers boots, hinting at a possible move from Nike.
Another week has passed and it's time to look back at some of the exciting boot launches of the past week in partnership with Bootsclub.
1. Mbappe Wears Special Nike Mercurial x Air Max 95 Boots
Mbappe wore special Mercurial x Air Max 95 boots in two games last week. However, both games were marred by misfortune, with Real Madrid losing 0-3 to Arsenal in the first. In the second game, against Alaves, Mbappe received a red card in the 40th minute.
2. Adidas Predator 25 'Chrome Dream' Bellingham Signature Boots Debuted
Bellingham debuted the Predator 25 'Chrome Dream' boot against Alaves last weekend.
3. Garnacho to Join Skechers?
Garnacho was spotted wearing Skechers Razor boots during the warm-up for last weekend's match between Manchester United and Newcastle, suggesting he is likely to leave Nike for the brand.
Garnacho to Leave Nike for Skechers?
4. Eriksen Returns to Mercurial Vapor Boots
After switching to Tiempo boots for more than a year, Eriksen returned to Vapor 16s for last weekend's match against Manchester United.
5. Locatelli Wears Next-Gen Nike Phantom 360 - Mid Collar Version
Locatelli wore the next-generation Nike Phantom 360 prototype boots in a mid-cut version, suggesting Nike will bring back the ghost-lace system seen on the Phantom GX 1 DF and previously on the Phantom Vision.
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Unique 2026 World Cup Pennants
The football culture platform @vsrsus has shared a collection of pennants featuring unique and highly artistic designs from several national teams participating in the 2026 World Cup.
The designs feature intricate graphics, bespoke typography, and vibrant color palettes tailored to different nations competing in the tournament. Each pennant is reimagined not just as a ceremonial token, but as a standalone piece of football art that captures the distinct identity and heritage of the respective countries.
The peasants celebrate the intersection of graphic design and the global game during the 2026 World Cup.
Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' Sneakers Revealed
Nike is set to release a special homage to Brazilian legend Ronaldo with the upcoming launch of the Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' sneakers. Bringing together elements from two iconic silhouettes, the new lifestyle shoe offers a unique fusion of football heritage and streetwear style.
The Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' features the classic upper of the legendary Mercurial R9 football boot, seamlessly paired with the recognizable Big Bubble soles of the Air Max 95.
The Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' sneakers, officially listed under style code IX8646-001, are scheduled to be released on July 2, 2026. They will be available for a retail price of $180.
Puma EFL 26-27 Ball Released
The new Puma EFL 2026-27 match ball has been officially revealed, introducing the Puma Stellar Nitro model for the upcoming season. It will be used across the English Football League, encompassing the Championship, League One, and League Two.
The Puma EFL 2026-27 Stellar match ball features an updated panel shape, moving away from the previous Orbita edition.
Cambridge United 26-27 Away Kit Released
The new Cambridge United 2026-27 away kit has been revealed. Made by Umbro, the Cambridge United 2026-27 away jersey introduces a fresh sky-blue look for the League One side, offering a clean aesthetic for their travels next season.
The launch of the new away strip follows the release of the club's 'United in Endeavour' home kit earlier in the month, completing a contrasting set for the upcoming campaign.
Baník Ostrava 26-27 Home Kit Released
The Baník Ostrava 2026-27 home kit has been officially released today. Made by Macron, the new Baník Ostrava home shirt features a clean, predominantly white design that uniquely incorporates special Braille text elements into the fabric.
In a meaningful initiative by the Czech First League club, a portion of the proceeds from the sales of the new home jersey will be donated to support children with visual impairments.
1. FC Magdeburg 2026-27 Home Kit Released
FC Magdeburg and Hummel have officially revealed the club's new home kit for the 2026-27 2. Bundesliga season. The launch was announced under the club's hashtag #EINMALIMMER and brings back a classic design element from the team's history.
The Hummel 1. FC Magdeburg 2026-27 home shirt features a return to the popular striped look, combining the traditional blue and white colors to represent the club's identity. White Hummel chevrons adorn the shoulders, while the logos of sponsors Humanas and SWM are integrated in the club's colors. A special detail is found inside the collar, which pays tribute to Block U, the passionate supporter base of the team. Additionally, the club introduced a new font for the player names and numbers on the back.
