This is the second article looking at the history of the adidas F50 football boots and their Tunit technology, you can read part one here.
2006 saw the launch of the brand new Adidas F50.6 TUNIT range in time for the upcoming 2006 World Cup. For the first time, the series introduced the revolutionary TUNIT (pronounced “tune it”) technology whereby, for the first time, customers could specially alter their boot depending on the playing surface. The new technology offered 52 different possible boot combinations by changing the studs, the chassis and …

The Adidas TUNIT F50 boots are the second generation of boots in the F50 range following on from the original Adidas F50 boot that was released in 2004. The first F50 boot had an innovative design where buyers could customise their own specific boot to the conditions and how they wanted to play. The boot adopted the new “Fusion Frame technology” where customers could change the chassis (sockliner) of the boot to either a lightweight chassis for speed, a professional chassis for optimal performance or a comfort chassis for stability. …

Fernando Torres currently wears the new Nike Total 90 Laser II boots. These boots are also worn in multiple different colours by the likes of Wayne Rooney, William Gallas, Michael Essien, Fabio Cannavaro and Gennaro Gattuso. This updated range of boots follows on from the previous Nike Total 90 Laser brand, which Torres wore previously.
Torres Nike Total 90 Laser II boots
Following on from the T90 Laser, Nike states that T90 Laser II can give you the accuracy and tools to take the game to the next level. The “sweet spot” …

Under Armour the sportswear brand better known for its protective American Football range of products continues its expansion into Europe and the football market. In 2008 the company announced their sponsorshop of German Bundesliga club Hannover 96 and this summer they are entering the football boot market
Under Armour Wearers
An increasing number of players are being spotted wearing Under Armour boots, with the launch of their range scheduled for June 2009. Players who have been seen wearing the Dominator boots so far include, Fulham’s forward Bobby Zamora, Real Madrid’s Gabriele Heinze, …

These are the Umbro SX Valor II, worn by Chelsea Portuguese star Deco. English brand Umbro, a subsidiary of Nike, is fully owned by the American sportswear giant. This boot is the latest from the Valor range, and it is also worn by English captain John Terry.
It is a stunning boot with black, gold and white colours. The top part is made of kangaroo leather which combines the water-resistant quality with the quality of giving the best touch and control of the ball. It improves on previous versions and gives …