No More Nike: Martin Ødegaard Joins Adidas
- Adidas Signs Ødegaard: Martin Ødegaard has officially joined Adidas as an ambassador for the Predator silo, confirming earlier indications of a switch from Nike.
- Customized Predator Boots: Adidas has created a special version of the Predator 26 for Ødegaard, featuring a knit structure instead of a standard tongue, combining laceless aesthetics with traditional lacing adjustability.
- Testing and Brand Switch: Ødegaard was seen testing the Adidas Predator 2026 prototype, signaling his move away from Nike, with Adidas potentially signing him in connection with the launch of the next-generation Predator 26.
April 1, 2026: Confirming our leak, Adidas has officially announced that Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard has joined the Three Stripes. At Adidas, Ødegaard will serve as an ambassador for the Predator silo.
Jan 30, 2026: Odegaard has worn the Adidas Predator football boots in Arsenal's last two matches, indicating that a switch from Nike is imminent. However, Arsenal's midfielders' boots are very different from what the average player gets.
Ødegaard's Predator 26 Features Unique Laceless x Laced Customization
Adidas has created a heavily customized version of the Predator 26 for Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard, featuring a knit structure in place of the standard tongue. The bespoke modification mirrors a similar approach Adidas took with Rodrygo's F50 boots, offering a personalized fit that combines the streamlined aesthetics of laceless boots with the adjustability of a traditional lacing system. This custom treatment raises questions about whether Adidas should consider offering a retail variant of this hybrid design, which could appeal to players seeking the best of both worlds in boot construction.
Jan 17, 2026: Arsenal star Martin Ødegaard has trained in the regular launch colorway of the Adidas Predator 26 football boots (standard laces version), indicating that he could very soon officially join Adidas.
However, in matches, Odegaard still trusts his Nike Mercurial Vapor soccer boots, which have become pretty during the last few weeks, as he apparently does not receive new colorways from Nike anymore.
Leading Arsenal midfielder Martin Ødegaard was spotted wearing the next-generation Adidas Predator 2026, Laceless version, during training, very much indicating that he is preparing to move away from Nike.
Ødegaard Trains in Next-Gen Adidas Predator 2026 Prototype, Hinting at Incoming Brand Switch
The all-white prototype worn by Ødegaard clearly shows the updated Predator 3 stripes, inspired by the 2000 Precision model. It is the first look at the laceless variant - we have seen the togue and laces version before, but not the laceless.
Martin Ødegaard has long been associated with the Nike Mercurial line, and seeing him test an unreleased Adidas model in full training is a significant development. The session even showed him carrying his usual Mercurials while choosing to work exclusively in the prototype boots on the pitch.
With the launch of the new Predator approaching later this month in a special Gunmetal colorway, this continued on-pitch testing suggests Adidas are pushing hard and could have signed Ødegaard with the launch of the next-generation Predator 26. or soon after.
Do you think the Predator suits Ødegaard better than the Mercurial? Let us know in the comments.
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Nike Mamba Barcelona 26-27 Third Kit Leaked
We have ten new images of the Nike Barcelona 2027-2027 away kit, in the authentic version (counterfeit, based on real product).
Nike Mamba Barcelona 26-27 Third Kit Leaked
We have ten new images of the Nike Barcelona 2027-2027 away kit, in the authentic version (counterfeit, based on real product).
Harrogate Town 26-27 Home Kit Released
Harrogate Town has officially revealed its new home kit for the 2026-2027 season. Produced by technical sponsor New Balance, the latest primary strip offers a bold and modern twist on the club's traditional yellow and black colors. Following the recent reveal of their striking geometric away jersey, this home release confirms that New Balance is committed to delivering highly bespoke and eye-catching designs for the North Yorkshire side's upcoming campaign.
The New Balance Harrogate Town 26-27 home shirt features a vibrant yellow base, anchored by thick black vertical stripes across the front of the torso. However, instead of traditional solid bands, these stripes are executed with a modern, pixelated halftone gradient effect that fades heavily around the midsection to seamlessly accommodate the black "envirovent" sponsor logo. To ensure a cohesive and sharp aesthetic, the New Balance manufacturer logo and the official club crest are both applied in a sleek black and yellow monochrome finish.
The launch completes the team's set for 2026-2027.
What are your thoughts on this pixelated gradient stripe design for the new Harrogate Town home kit? Let us know in the comments below.
Mamba Barcelona 26-27 Away Kit - Iridescent Logo Effect
Barcelona kit collector account @memorabilia1899 has shared four images highlighting different aspects of the Mamba Barcelona 2026-27 away jersey under the theme of Mamba Mentality.
It highlights the stunning iridescent effect of the Mamba logo, with the colors shifting as the viewing angle changes.
Barcelona 2026-27 Home Kit Featured on New Bucket Hat
A bucket hat displaying the FC Barcelona 2026-27 home kit has surfaced via @Opaleak. The design prominently showcases the kit's signature striped pattern using multiple shades of red and blue.
The cap section of the hat incorporates Barca text consistent with details from the 2026-27 collection. This follows earlier leaks of the Nike home jersey, which uses three distinct red shades (Deep Garnet, Noble Red, Cardinal Red) and three blue shades (Game Royal, Loyal Blue, Blue Void) per stripe.
The home kit is set to launch in the coming weeks as part of the broader Nike Barcelona range for the season, likely after the World Cp.
