The Football Blog

They say: Tune your boot to match the pitch, the heat, your skills and style. The imminent arrival of the fourth generation F50 Tunit is upon us. The F50.9 Tunit is designed with the cooling comfort of the adidas CLIMACOOL technology that meets the high-performance adaptability of the TUNIT. The F50.9 is a boot that is lighter than ever giving the top level professional greater speed and comfort. As worn by Real Madrid star Arjen Robben it is sure to strike fear in to the meaniest of defences.

We say: Bloody

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Price: £120
Stockist: www.kitbag.com

They say: The new citron colourway for the Nike Mercurial Vapor IV has already been a great hit with the professionals. Top players such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Frank Ribery are displaying their sheer skill and speed that will strike fear into many defences with this trendy dynamic boot. Weighing just 230g, the Mercurial Vapor IV is one of the lightest boots in production. It has been designed for one thing, speed.

We say: Sleek.

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Price: £189.99
Stockist: www.footy-boots.com

T-shirts these days eh? They're more current than tomorrow's newspaper...

Our pals over at www.shotdeadinthehead.com just got in touch with us to show us their new t-shirt, a twist on the previous four legends t-shirt design to reflect the state of affairs at Stamford Bridge. Or as they put it, "Shot dead In the Head would like to congratulate the next man to take his seat over a trap door. Good Luck." Couldn't have said it better ourselves...

They say: "Adidas launch the revolutionary new Predator Powerswerve developed with the help of the French winning World Cup legend Zinédine Zidane. After ending his career in the 2006 World Cup final, he worked with the Adidas innovation team in creating the new football boot. Zidane tested the Predator PowerSwerve using his knowledge and experience to improve the quality and fit of this football boot.

As well as the power it pays particular attention to giving 8% extra swerve and control. Scientists have proved the Dynamic PowerPulse technology in the sole is the main feature behind the development and success of the boot. The hi-tech smartfoam in the Predator makes sure the player is able to utilise the extra attributes. Recommended for the elite player the Powerswerve has a soft grain K-Leather Upper for durability along with an off centre lacing."

We say: "Swish"

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Price: £130
Stockists: www.footy-boots.com

They say: "Over the years, the King became legend and was worn by legends as well. The world’s greatest football stars wore the King including Eusébio, Pele, Maradona, Deschamps and Johan Cruyff. It became synonymous with reliability and success, selling millions of pairs over the past four decades.

The PUMA King XL boot stands for quality, heritage and tradition. The newest edition includes classic lines and traditional styling, but with updated materials, enhanced features and new design details. With raised bead line, toe overlay and lateral stability insert inspired by the Eusebio boot forty years ago, the new King XL is executed with today’s best production technology. Super-soft, ultra-thin full-grain leather is complemented by a high-density silicon heel counter and conical firm ground stud construction for optimal stability and maneuverability."

We say: "Classic"

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Price: £90
Stockists: www.sportsdirect.com