12 Years After Launch: Karim Benzema Trains in 2014 Adidas F50 Adizero IV 'Samba' Boots
- Boot Choice: Karim Benzema trained in the 2014 Adidas F50 Adizero IV 'Samba' soccer cleats, considered a benchmark speed boot.
- Adidas History: Benzema has worn Adidas boots since 2007, primarily favoring their Speed Line (Adidas X and Adidas F50) after a brief period with Adidas Adipure.
- Adizero IV Features: The 2014 Adidas F50 Adizero IV 'Samba' cleats were lightweight (165g) with a HYBRIDTOUCH upper for ball control, a SPRINTFRAME outsole for acceleration, and SPEEDTRAXION studs for grip.
Karim Benzema has taken to the pitch wearing the 2014 Adidas F50 Adizero IV 'Samba' soccer cleats, widely considered by many to be the greatest F50 ever produced and the benchmark of the entire speed boot line.
Karim Benzema has been wearing Adidas football boots since 2007, when he switched from Nike and the Mercurial. After a short spell with the Adidas Adipure (as he did not like the Tunit system), Benzema has been wearing Adidas' Speed Line (Adidas X and Adidas F50).
The 2014 Adidas F50 Adizero IV 'Samba' soccer cleats were released to coincide with the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, even though the actual World Cup saw the more striking black and white Battle Pack colorway.
What made the Adizero IV truly exceptional was its revolutionary approach to weight reduction without compromising structural integrity or touch. Weighing just 165 grams, the boot achieved an almost impossibly light feel while maintaining durability through its HYBRIDTOUCH upper - a synthetic material that provided a leather-like softness with enhanced ball control. The SPRINTFRAME outsole delivered explosive acceleration and multi-directional traction through strategically placed studs, while the SPEEDTRAXION stud configuration maximized grip during rapid directional changes.
Karim Benzema usually laces up in the modern Adidas F50 soccer cleats, which are not too much different than the 2014.
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MLS Players Wear Their National Flags on Kits Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Major League Soccer last weekend hosted a dedicated "Farewell Week" to send off its international stars. To mark the occasion, all clubs across the domestic league took to the pitch wearing specially customized kits that honored the various nations represented within their squads.
The most prominent visual update to the MLS uniforms was the addition of official national flags printed directly on the chest for all players and coaching staff. In a highly thoughtful and personalized touch, the league provided specialized double-flag variations for athletes holding dual citizenship. This bespoke detail allowed these specific players to proudly represent both their current homelands and their heritage simultaneously before joining their respective national team camps.
Beyond the chest graphics, teams also sported a unique set of squad numbers on the back of their shirts, featuring a custom pattern made up of the flags of all 48 countries participating in this summer's World Cup.
What do you think of this customized flag concept for the MLS World Cup Farewell Week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Śląsk Wrocław Announces Macron Kit Deal - No More Nike
Macron has signed a multi-year agreement to become the technical partner of Polish club WKS Śląsk Wrocław.
Starting from the 2026-27 season, the Italian brand will provide technical apparel for the club's men's first and second teams, women's team, youth academy, and blind football team. The five-season deal is the most significant technical partnership in the club's history and includes plans for a new merchandising line for supporters.
Śląsk Wrocław secured promotion to the Ekstraklasa after an impressive campaign in the second tier. Founded in 1947, the Wrocław-based club has won two Polish league titles, two Polish Cups, and one Super Cup, with experience in European competitions. Macron is developing bespoke game sets that will be revealed before the start of the new season.
The partnership bolsters Macron's presence in Polish football alongside existing deals with Lech Poznań, Widzew Łódź, and GKS Katowice.
