Adidas Launches New Predator Elite and F50 Boots with Top Athletes

Adidas is revitalizing a “playful rivalry that has taken over the game,” bringing legendary figures from around the world into the spotlight. This initiative goes beyond a simple boot launch, inviting players and fans alike to support their favorite styles.

The new Predator Elite FT is crafted for control, enabling players to perform with precision under high-pressure situations. Esteemed athletes such as Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham and Ballon d’Or Féminin winner Aitana Bonmatí will don this innovative footwear.

Bellingham is heralded as “the master of control” and likened to a “star in a film,” capable of navigating the pitch with electrifying pace or commanding authority in any scenario. The Predator has evolved to meet the needs of modern players, delivering optimal ball striking through its signature fold-over tongue. This latest iteration also reintroduces Powerspine, a lightweight full-length plate that enhances midfoot stability for more powerful strikes.

Meanwhile, the F50 is targeted at those who defy convention, designed for players who challenge themselves to create brilliance in unexpected ways. Barcelona’s prodigy Yamal, described as “chaos personified,” perfectly embodies this ethos, alongside eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi and U.S. international Trinity Rodman.

The F50 Elite showcases a bold new color scheme, featuring a lucid lemon heel that transitions to white across the midfoot, simulating a boot in motion. It offers essential support and cushioning, complemented by a high-definition 3D texture for improved ball control. The compression-fit tunnel tongue ensures optimal lockdown and agility in all directions.

Bellingham expressed, “I love having a boot that feels so connected to my game, allowing me to control the ball and dictate the play with the precision I strive for. Football is all about mastering composure on the ball for that perfect defense-splitting pass. Predator helps me find that rhythm. Join me on Team Predator.”

Yamal remarked, “Football is about pushing limits to create beautiful chaos amidst tactical structures. The F50 empowers me to embrace unpredictability and take risks. I want all players to feel that confidence—so seize every opportunity and break the rules. Join me on Team F50.”

Sam Handy, General Manager of Football at Adidas, stated, “This campaign sparks a conversation central to football culture. These boots transcend mere innovation; they symbolize the opposing forces of raw speed and ultimate control in modern football. At Adidas, our aim is to empower every athlete to embrace their playing style, encouraging players from grassroots to professional levels to define their football identity and choose their side.”

Additional athletes stepping into the Predator include Trent Alexander-Arnold, Pedri, and Alessia Russo, while the F50 will be showcased by Ousmane Dembélé, Florian Wirtz, and Vicky Lopez.

The F50 Elite and Predator Elite with Fold-Over Tongue are now available for purchase online and at select Adidas stores and retailers.