New Balance Signs RB Leipzig Wonderkid Yan Diomande
- 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.
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PSG 26-27 Away Kit - Long-Sleeve Version
Footy Headlines can leak 3 new pictures of the Nike PSG 26-27 away kit, long-sleeve version.
The kit is predominantly white and features a distinctive central gradient 'Hechter' stripe that transitions from red to navy blue with a vertical pinstripe effect, along with a matching lenticular crest and standard logo placements
Michael Olise Wears Custom Nike Hypervenom Phantom 3 Boots by Matty Boy
Michael Olise took to the pitch for his first 2026 World Cup match against Senegal wearing a unique pair of custom football boots. Rather than opting for one of Nike's current mainline models, Olise laced up in a personalized version of the Nike Hypervenom Phantom III boots.
The boots were customized by artist Matt Digiacomo, widely known as Matty Boy. The design features a distinct hand-painted aesthetic, applying personalized graphics and details directly onto the classic Hypervenom Phantom III 'Just Do It', released in 2018. This choice by Olise highlights a continuing trend of players showcasing bespoke, artist-customized footwear during major tournaments.
The custom Matty Boy edition serves as a striking blend of high-performance football gear and individual streetwear-inspired artistry.
FC Luzern 2026-27 Away Kit Released
The new FC Luzern 2026-27 away kit has been officially released. Made by Erreà, the shirt will be worn during the club's 26-27 Swiss Super League campaign and follows the release of their 125th-anniversary home kit earlier in May.
The Erreà FC Luzern 2026-27 away shirt draws inspiration from one of the city's most representative architectural landmarks, the Jesuit Church. It features a sophisticated tone-on-tone ornamental pattern that runs discreetly across the fabric. A striking blue vertical stripe, enhanced by a subtle golden trim, runs down the center of the shirt, paying homage to the club's traditional colors and adding a touch of elegance to the overall design.
The new Erreà FC Luzern 2026-27 away jersey successfully connects the club's local heritage with a contemporary aesthetic. The kit is currently available to purchase through the official club store.
Spotted: Cavan Sullivan Wears Special Adidas 3D-Printed Boots
Cavan Sullivan is the latest player to be spotted wearing Adidas' newly developed 3D-printed boots. Before him, Atlético Madrid forward Ademola Lookman was the first player seen wearing this special footwear. Big thanks to bootsclub.
The innovative Adidas 3D-printed boots, officially unveiled in late April, are part of the R.A.P. (Radical Athlete Perception) project. The initiative transforms athlete insights into reality through feedback, testing, and performance data, creating products tailored to players' needs.