EXCLUSIVE: Adidas to Unite Messi and Lamine Yamal in 2027
59 minutes ago, by Chris
- Adidas Initiative: Adidas is planning a major initiative in 2027 to unite Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal, signifying a potential passing of the torch.
- Messi's Career Twilight: The year 2027 is anticipated to be the final year for Messi to receive dedicated signature boots from Adidas as his legendary career nears its conclusion.
- Yamal's Succession: Lamine Yamal is positioned as Adidas' natural successor, set to become the brand's primary global football ambassador once Messi retires from the pitch.
Adidas is planning a major initiative to unite Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal in 2027, marking what could be a historic passing of the torch, Footy Headlines can leak.
Adidas Messi x Yamal 2027
With Messi entering the twilight of his legendary career following his retirement from international football and possible retirement from club football sooner than expected, 2027 is shaping up to potentially be the final year the Argentine icon receives dedicated signature boots from the Three Stripes.
At the same time, Yamal's meteoric rise has positioned him as the natural successor to lead the German brand's football roster into the next era. Having already secured multiple signature editions of the F50 speed boot, the Barcelona sensation is set to take center stage as Adidas' primary global football ambassador once Messi steps away from the pitch.
In 2027, Adidas will connect the greatest player in Adidas history with the sport's brightest young talent. Expect a special Adidas Messi x Yamal collection.
Wellington Phoenix 26-27 Home Kit Released
A-League club Wellington Phoenix and apparel partner Dynasty Sport have officially unveiled the club's new home kit for the 26-27 season. Celebrating the club's 20th anniversary campaign, the design delivers a direct throwback homage to the inaugural strip worn during the 2007-08 season.
The Dynasty Wellington Phoenix 26-27 home jersey features a predominantly black body accented by distinctive curved yellow and white panels sweeping across the shoulders and flanks, echoing the aesthetics of the club's debut kit. Significant cultural elements are embedded throughout, with the central Te Raukura white feather plume positioned on the chest alongside the club crest, and a tohu pattern incorporated into the side paneling. The inside collar features custom anniversary lettering reading 'Wellington Phoenix 20th Season Anniversary 2007-2027'.
Completed with matching black shorts and black socks, the kit is available immediately via the Phoenix online store and select regional retailers. The men's team features Entelar Group as main sponsor, while the women's edition showcases OPPO on the front.
Adidas National University Philippines 26-27 Kits Released
Adidas has officially unveiled the new football kits for National University (NU) in the Philippines, continuing the brand's ongoing partnership with the NU Bulldogs collegiate teams in the UAAP. As the country's first private, non-sectarian university, NU receives a sharp, bespoke set of uniforms tailored to its athletic heritage.
The new home jersey arrives in the university's classic deep navy blue, highlighted by rich gold accents on the collar, sleeve trim, and signature Three Stripes. A prominent retro-inspired 'National U' wordmark graphic stretches across the chest, complemented by a centered Adidas Performance logo and matching gold squad numbers. Completing the look are navy shorts and socks detailed with gold branding.
The away uniform reverses the aesthetic onto a crisp white base, finished with the same navy and gold chest branding and sleeve detailing. Alongside the outfield jerseys, Adidas also revealed a light pink goalkeeper kit featuring gold trim, giving the NU Bulldogs a complete, unified look across the pitch.