Lionel Messi's Most Iconic Special Edition Football Boots
Throughout his legendary career, Lionel Messi has worn countless special edition boots that reflect his records, major titles, and personal milestones. Wit
Throughout his legendary career, Lionel Messi has worn countless special edition boots that reflect his records, major titles, and personal milestones. With the launch of the adidas Nemeziz Messi The King Pack, another memorable design joins the long list. Here we look back at five of the most remarkable special editions – in no particular order – each a true work of art.
adidas adizero F50 Messi #370
One of the most significant boots in Messi’s career – the pair he wore when he broke FC Barcelona’s all-time goalscoring record. The record was set with a hat‑trick in 2014, overtaking Paulino Alcántara, who had been the club’s top scorer until then.
Only 370 pairs were ever made. They were rarely seen on the pitch, quickly finding their way into museums and the collections of the lucky few who managed to get a pair.
adidas F50 Battle Pack
At the 2014 World Cup, Messi came closest to glory with his national team while wearing a very special pair of boots.
adidas unveiled a spectacular kit for the occasion and an even more exclusive edition for Messi. This version differed from the standard model with a blue stripe down the centre, a different sole, and a slight change in materials. It almost saw the Argentine lift the long-awaited World Cup trophy.
adidas Nemeziz 19.1
Messi has won six Ballon d’Or awards – a unique achievement that inspired spectacular boots, from the gold‑accented models in 2012 and 2013 (featuring sun motifs and a 2010 F50 edition made entirely of gold and natural leather) to the most recent Sixth Ballon d’Or edition.
The latest ones are arguably the best. Not gold, but a tribute to the F50 Camaleón boots Messi wore at the 2010 World Cup, with that distinctive metallic purple colour. A masterpiece that returned in 2019 under the Nemeziz name, in a special metal box – a fitting tribute to his sixth Ballon d’Or.
adidas F50.i Tune It (2009)
The F50 Tune It was a modular model that won over many fans and was the boot of choice for the 2009 Champions League final. FC Barcelona’s victory was sealed by a Messi header – a goal that brought the boot to the forefront of the celebrations.
Messi used the leather version of this boot and modified the sole. While it may not be his best model, its significance and impact deserve a mention.
adidas adizero Messi Pibe de Barr10
Messi has had various boots dedicated to Argentina, Rosario, and Barcelona. Among them, the designs by Ernesto Luis Callegari feature images of iconic moments from his career, as well as elements from his hometown and the city of Barcelona.
The essence of Messi is captured in the Pibe de Barr10 boots, inspired by Las Heras, the neighbourhood where the star grew up. The urban art design includes street art, posters, and other characteristic details of the area.
Wearing these boots, Messi played a large part of the 2015 Champions League, which his team went on to win, scoring that famous goal against Bayern with his unforgettable dribble past Boateng.
Boateng’s goal wasn’t the only highlight. These boots also witnessed another of Messi’s finest goals – his slaloming run against Athletic in the Copa del Rey final.
These five special editions represent some of the most brilliant boots Messi has worn. Many more exist, but each of these stands out as a true collector’s piece.
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