Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacurial Available Early at Nike AFI
Aug 1, 2026, by Phan Tich Giay
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacurial has made an early in-store appearance at Nike AFI in Bucharest, weeks before its anticipated global release. First introduced in 2013, the Mambacurial colorway is one of the most iconic crossover designs between basketball and football, drawing direct inspiration from Kobe Bryant's passion for soccer and Nike's legendary speed boot line.
Designed to mirror the classic Nike Mercurial Vapor IX Fireberry colorway, the sneaker features a bright pink and plum gradient upper paired with an Electric Green forefoot Swoosh and matching outsole. The inner medial side retains the massive white NIKE branding that defined the original Mercurial boot aesthetic. Updated to Protro standards, the shoe offers modernized cushioning and traction performance while preserving its original 2013 look.
Following its early availability at select Nike stores, the Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacurial is scheduled for an official wider release on September 19, 2026, with a retail price of $200.
Rayo Vallecano 26-27 Away Kit Released
Rayo Vallecano and official technical kit supplier Umbro have revealed the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season.
The Rayo Vallecano 26-27 away kit is predominantly red, featuring the club's iconic lightning bolt motif across the chest in white. The jersey is styled with black raglan sleeves that include Umbro branding along the shoulders, alongside white sponsor logos and a full-color club crest. The uniform is completed with matching red shorts and red socks.
Adidas Originals River Plate 26-27 Collection Leaked
Adidas is set to launch a new Adidas Originals lifestyle collection for Argentine giants River Plate. Images of the collection have been shared by @KamilBerberler.
The upcoming collection includes a track jacket, hoodie, retro shirt, shorts, track pants, and a graphic t-shirt.
Sunderland in Talks for Visit Ghana 26-27 Front-of-Shirt Sponsorship
Sunderland AFC are in talks over a potential main shirt sponsorship agreement with Visit Ghana for the 26-27 season. The proposed deal would see the national tourism brand featured on the front of the Black Cats' kits.
The discussions were highlighted following a meeting involving the Speaker of the Parliament of Ghana, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, alongside Sunderland representatives.