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Kylian Mbappé has sent shockwaves through the boot world following his official departure from Nike to join Swiss brand On. Marking the historic switch, the Real Madrid superstar has already been revealed wearing his all-new On football boots in promotional footage and gameplay for EA Sports FC 27.

Serving as the cover star for the game, Mbappé gives fans an early preview of On's ambitious entry into football footwear. The in-game renders show off a clean, predominantly white prototype cleat featuring the Swiss brand's signature logo boldly displayed across the upper. The boots are built around On's proprietary LightSpray technology, a seamless and ultra-lightweight manufacturing process developed in tandem with Mbappé and the brand's newly appointed Director of Football, Thierry Henry.

While the commercial retail release of On's debut football boot collection is slated for 2027, the boots will be featured directly in EA Sports FC 27 around launch. On the pitch, the French forward is expected to give the boots their live competitive debut for Real Madrid in the coming weeks of the 26-27 campaign.

On Enters Football - Kylian Mbappé Leaves Nike For Swiss Brand

Sep 18, 2026

Following their official launch by Adidas, Lionel Messi has given an on-pitch debut to his latest signature boots, the Adidas F50 "Fútbol y Familia", in action with Inter Miami. Having previously trained in the unreleased pair, the Argentine icon laced up the striking red edition for the first time in an official match.

The "Fútbol y Familia" edition features an eye-catching Lucid Red, Core Black, and Pure Ruby color palette inspired by Messi's formative years at Newell's Old Boys and his Argentine roots. The design takes heavy nostalgia-driven cues from the 2000s F50 era, particularly the classic F50.6 TUNIT, incorporating an integrated lace cover over the instep alongside black Three Stripes outlined in white.

As usual with Messi's match-worn pairs, the boots featured bespoke personal details. The inner collar is inscribed with the names and dates of his family members, including his wife Antonela and son Ciro, while his signature logo sits prominently on the lace cover. The boots are available at select retailers as Messi's main club model for the 26-27 campaign.

Lionel Messi has once again laced up his upcoming signature boots in training with Inter Miami. Having first tested them in late September, the Argentine superstar was seen wearing the unreleased red pair during Inter Miami's latest session, confirming that the new boots are ready for action.

The boots are Messi's next signature edition of the Adidas F50 for the 26-27 season. The design features a vibrant red upper contrasted by flowing white accents and black Three Stripes, channeling heavy retro inspiration from classic mid-2000s F50 models. Messi's pair also showcases his bespoke fold-over lace cover setup alongside an eye-catching iridescent Sprintframe 360 soleplate.

With Messi now consistently breaking in the new model on the pitch, an official launch from Adidas is expected in the very near future.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has been spotted testing a whiteout prototype of the next-generation Adidas Predator 2026 football boots during training. The England international, who has long served as one of the primary ambassadors for the Adidas Copa Pure line, took to the pitch in an unreleased all-white boot featuring a laced setup and a low-cut knit tongue design identical to the configuration favored by club teammate Martin Odegaard.

Declan Rice to Leave Adidas: Spotted in Whiteout Boots

Sep 4, 2026

The sighting is particularly intriguing given recent speculation surrounding Rice's boot sponsorship. The midfielder had previously been seen trialing unbranded whiteout models from rival brands, including the Nike Tiempo and Under Armour Magnetico 6, sparking rumors that he might depart the Three Stripes. However, his active role in testing Adidas's upcoming flagship control boot suggests that negotiations are progressing and that he could remain with the brand, potentially transitioning from the Copa to the Predator silo.

The next-generation Adidas Predator 27 is scheduled to launch in December 2026, lor January 2027. The upcoming generation draws heavy visual inspiration from the iconic 2000 Predator Precision, incorporating modern Nanostrike rubber grip elements, a redesigned Powerspine soleplate structure, and an engineered Primeknit upper across laced, laceless, and fold-over tongue variants.

River Plate defender Marcos Acuña caught the eye in recent training by stepping onto the pitch in an unusual boot setup. The Argentine international was spotted wearing two different generations of the Adidas Predator line simultaneously, lacing up the newer Predator 26 on his left foot and sticking with the previous-generation Predator 25 on his right foot.

While both cleats share a similar white, black, and red aesthetic, the technology beneath them differs significantly. The Predator 26 features a revised, lightweight textile mesh construction with updated grip elements and a restructured soleplate, contrasting with the HybridTouch 2.0 synthetic upper and tooling found on the Predator 25. Opting for different generations across each foot is often a sign of a player testing new tech, managing minor fit and comfort preferences, or dealing with foot sensitivity on his dominant striking foot.

Mismatched boots are relatively uncommon at the top level, and combining consecutive generations of the same silo is an especially rare boot spot. It remains to be seen whether Acuña will stick to this split setup in official matches or complete the full switch to the Predator 26 in the near future.

Swiss sportswear company On is taking its first official steps into football. Renowned globally for its high-performance running footwear and rapid expansion across tennis and athletics, the brand has begun teasing its venture into the world's most popular sport with dedicated football channels. This move follows reports earlier in 2026 indicating that On is preparing to challenge established giants like Nike, Adidas, and Puma by bringing its innovative production methods, including its robotic LightSpray upper technology, to football cleats.

The groundwork for On's football expansion has been developing behind the scenes for several months. The brand initially signaled its interest by partnering with young Swiss international Sydney Schertenleib to co-develop training and lifestyle products. As the Swiss company readies its debut boot models, speculation regarding marquee athlete endorsements has also accelerated, fueled by persistent industry rumors linking top-tier players to potential landmark deals with emerging market disruptors.

Early concepts and design previews indicate that On will translate its clean, technical aesthetic and seamless upper constructions directly onto the pitch. While technical specifications, launch timelines, and the official player roster for the upcoming 26-27 period remain tightly guarded, On's arrival represents one of the most fascinating shifts in the modern football footwear landscape.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has been spotted testing a whiteout prototype of the next-generation Adidas Predator 2026 football boots during training. The England international, who has long served as one of the primary ambassadors for the Adidas Copa Pure line, took to the pitch in an unreleased all-white boot featuring a laced setup and a low-cut knit tongue design identical to the configuration favored by club teammate Martin Odegaard.

Declan Rice to Leave Adidas: Spotted in Whiteout Boots

Sep 4, 2026

The sighting is particularly intriguing given recent speculation surrounding Rice's boot sponsorship. The midfielder had previously been seen trialing unbranded whiteout models from rival brands, including the Nike Tiempo and Under Armour Magnetico 6, sparking rumors that he might depart the Three Stripes. However, his active role in testing Adidas's upcoming flagship control boot suggests that negotiations are progressing and that he could remain with the brand, potentially transitioning from the Copa to the Predator silo.

The next-generation Adidas Predator 27 is scheduled to launch in December 2026, lor January 2027. The upcoming generation draws heavy visual inspiration from the iconic 2000 Predator Precision, incorporating modern Nanostrike rubber grip elements, a redesigned Powerspine soleplate structure, and an engineered Primeknit upper across laced, laceless, and fold-over tongue variants.

Adidas has officially filed trademark applications across the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom for a brand-new Three Stripes logo design. Registered under Class 025 specifically for footwear, the newly surfaced graphic consists of three curved, sweeping stripes that taper into sharp, upturned tips, offering a much more aggressive and fluid look than the German brand's traditional parallel stripes.

Footy Headlines can exclusively reveal that this dynamic Three Stripes variant will be used on the next-generation Adidas Predator 27 football boots. While the Predator line has a rich history of manipulating the Three Stripes to mirror speed and power—from the curving fins of the 2000 Precision to the elongated strikes of modern generations—this registered mark confirms that the 2027 edition will adopt a striking, aerodynamic visual identity.

The initial US application (serial number 50142442) was filed in October 2026 and is currently pending examination. While its primary football purpose is designated for the next-gen Predator 27 boot lineup, the broad footwear registration also leaves the door open for Adidas to incorporate the sleek emblem on select running or lifestyle models down the line.

Following their official launch by Adidas, Lionel Messi has given an on-pitch debut to his latest signature boots, the Adidas F50 "Fútbol y Familia", in action with Inter Miami. Having previously trained in the unreleased pair, the Argentine icon laced up the striking red edition for the first time in an official match.

The "Fútbol y Familia" edition features an eye-catching Lucid Red, Core Black, and Pure Ruby color palette inspired by Messi's formative years at Newell's Old Boys and his Argentine roots. The design takes heavy nostalgia-driven cues from the 2000s F50 era, particularly the classic F50.6 TUNIT, incorporating an integrated lace cover over the instep alongside black Three Stripes outlined in white.

As usual with Messi's match-worn pairs, the boots featured bespoke personal details. The inner collar is inscribed with the names and dates of his family members, including his wife Antonela and son Ciro, while his signature logo sits prominently on the lace cover. The boots are available at select retailers as Messi's main club model for the 26-27 campaign.

Lionel Messi has once again laced up his upcoming signature boots in training with Inter Miami. Having first tested them in late September, the Argentine superstar was seen wearing the unreleased red pair during Inter Miami's latest session, confirming that the new boots are ready for action.

The boots are Messi's next signature edition of the Adidas F50 for the 26-27 season. The design features a vibrant red upper contrasted by flowing white accents and black Three Stripes, channeling heavy retro inspiration from classic mid-2000s F50 models. Messi's pair also showcases his bespoke fold-over lace cover setup alongside an eye-catching iridescent Sprintframe 360 soleplate.

With Messi now consistently breaking in the new model on the pitch, an official launch from Adidas is expected in the very near future.

River Plate defender Marcos Acuña caught the eye in recent training by stepping onto the pitch in an unusual boot setup. The Argentine international was spotted wearing two different generations of the Adidas Predator line simultaneously, lacing up the newer Predator 26 on his left foot and sticking with the previous-generation Predator 25 on his right foot.

While both cleats share a similar white, black, and red aesthetic, the technology beneath them differs significantly. The Predator 26 features a revised, lightweight textile mesh construction with updated grip elements and a restructured soleplate, contrasting with the HybridTouch 2.0 synthetic upper and tooling found on the Predator 25. Opting for different generations across each foot is often a sign of a player testing new tech, managing minor fit and comfort preferences, or dealing with foot sensitivity on his dominant striking foot.

Mismatched boots are relatively uncommon at the top level, and combining consecutive generations of the same silo is an especially rare boot spot. It remains to be seen whether Acuña will stick to this split setup in official matches or complete the full switch to the Predator 26 in the near future.