New Balance Signs RB Leipzig Wonderkid Yan Diomande
Apr 9, 2026, by Chris
- Player Signing: New Balance has officially signed 19-year-old RB Leipzig attacker Yan Diomande.
- Rising Star: Diomande is a highly touted young talent in the Bundesliga, recently becoming the second-youngest player to score a hat-trick.
- Boot Sponsorship: Diomande will wear New Balance Furon v8 football boots as part of his partnership with the brand, ending his search for a boot sponsor.
New Balance yesterday officially announced the signing of 19-year-old RB Leipzig and Ivory Coast attacker Yan Diomande.
Diomande has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting young talents in the Bundesliga following his move from CD Leganes. He recently made headlines by becoming the second-youngest player in league history to score a hat-trick. The young Ivorian now joins New Balance's growing global roster of athletes.
Diomande Ends Search for Boot Supplier
The rising star began the 2025-2026 season without a boot sponsor, frequently being spotted wearing both Adidas and Puma boots during his early matches.
As part of the new partnership, Diomande will lace up in the New Balance Furon v8 football boots on the pitch.
What are your thoughts on New Balance signing Diomande? Let us know in the comments.
SM Caen 26-27 Away Kit Released
French Ligue 3 club Stade Malherbe Caen have unveiled their new 2026-27 away kit, made by Nike.
The Nike SM Caen 2026-27 away shirt features a crisp white base with thin navy vertical pinstripes across the torso. Navy detailing appears on the collar and side panels, while red accents highlight the sleeve cuffs, Nike Swoosh and squad numbers. A striking monochrome red version of the club crest completes the chest design, with Loewe serving as the main shirt sponsor.
What do you think of the new SM Caen 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Celtic Player's Nike Mercurial Boot Snaps in Half
A bizarre equipment failure occurred during Saturday's Scottish Premiership clash between Celtic and Falkirk, as young Celtic right-back Colby Donovan saw his Nike Mercurial Vapor boot completely snap in half mid-match.
Following a heavy challenge with Falkirk forward Ben Parkinson, Donovan was forced off the pitch to replace his footwear. Close-up photos quickly circulated on social media, revealing that the soleplate and midfoot structure had fractured cleanly across the center, leaving the heel plate completely detached and dangling from the front half of the boot.
Luckily, Donovan escaped any foot or ankle injury from the incident and was able to swap into a fresh pair of boots to complete the match.
Adidas Boca Juniors 26-27 EQT Collection Revealed
Official images of an upcoming Adidas Equipment (EQT) retro collection for Boca Juniors have surfaced online. The capsule brings the iconic 1990s aesthetic to the Argentine powerhouse, highlighted by a vintage-styled tracksuit and accompanying lifestyle apparel. Thanks to @marto_m3.
The centerpiece of the collection is a full-zip track jacket paired with matching track pants, styled in Boca Juniors' traditional blue and yellow with bold white paneling. The design utilizes oversized geometric blocks and angular three-stripe detailing reminiscent of classic 1990s teamwear, finished with the club crest on the left chest and retro Adidas branding along the raised collar.
This Boca Juniors release forms part of a wider push from Adidas reviving 1990s EQT designs across several top club partnerships. The complete collection, which will include the track jacket, pants, and matching t-shirts, is slated to hit official stores and retailers in the coming weeks.
What If? Adidas Predator adiPower Fold-Over Tongue Concept Boots
Concept designer Chris Pottle has reimagined one of the most celebrated Predator boots of the 2010s with an intriguing twist: the adidas Predator adiPower FT. Taking the sleek silhouette of the 2011 Predator adiPower, the concept introduces an iconic fold-over tongue, seamlessly blending modern Predator trends with early-2010s nostalgia.
Originally launched in 2011, the original Predator adiPower marked a massive transition for the franchise by introducing a lightweight Sprintframe outsole and dropping the traditional fold-over tongue seen on legendary predecessors like the Mania and Powerswerve. The digital concept takes the striking forefoot strike zones, aggressive Three Stripes, and distinct heel counter of the adiPower and adds an elasticated fold-over tongue complete with classic adidas branding.
The digital renders showcase six colorways.
Madrid CFF 26-27 Home Kit Released
Spanish Liga F side Madrid CFF has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season, their second with Nike and the first custom.
The Nike Madrid CFF 26-27 home jersey is based on the Nike Vapor V Dri-Fit ADV Teamwear template. It is white with vibrant pink accents across the crew collar, sleeve cuffs, side stripes, and sponsor branding. A subtle touch of volt adds even more contrast along the lower side panels, while the Nike Swoosh appears in pink with a black outline. On the upper back beneath the collar, the Spanish flag sits alongside the flag of the Community of Madrid.
The kit is completed with customized pink numbers and lettering on the reverse, while the goalkeeper options utilize Nike's latest textured zig-zag template in green and charcoal colorways.
Adidas EQT EPL 26-27 Club Jackets Leaked
Graphic designer Franco Carabajal (@FrancooC07) has shared a look at the upcoming 1990s Adidas Equipment (EQT) track jackets for top English clubs. The collection features tailored editions for Premier League sides Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United.
Each jacket faithfully adopts the iconic 1990s Adidas EQT aesthetic, constructed in a classic nylon windbreaker style. The designs showcase bold geometric color-blocking and 3 stripes shoulder paneling, paired with high stand-up collars bearing vintage Adidas Trefoil branding.
Lommel SK 26-27 Away Kit Released
Belgian Challenger Pro League club Lommel SK have officially unveiled their new 26-27 away kit, made by Puma. Drawing inspiration from the famous local Lommel Sahara sand nature reserve, the shirt arrives in an elegant sand-beige tone detailed with subtle vertical pinstripes. The kit is finished with a classic polo collar featuring dusty trim, alongside metallic gold Puma branding, Etihad Airways sponsorship, and a monochrome club crest.