Neymar Teases 2016 Nike Hypervenom "Ousadia e Alegria" Boots
Taking to his Instagram, Barcelona and Brazil star Neymar posted an image with the artist behind the stunning "Ousadia e Alegria" visuals that appear on both Neymar's new 2016 Nike Hypervenom boots and the accompanying collection.
Neymar Reveals Artist Behind "Ousadia e Alegria" Artwork
Bruno Big has a truly unique style and worked with Nike previously, with the Brazil 2014 World Cup kits featuring illustrations of his on the inside of the shirt. He also created murals for the brand's first-ever football-only store in Brazil.
For the Nike Hypervenom Neymar 2016 collection, Bruno has drawn two distinct graphics; a heart representing joy (alegria) and a fist that stands for courage (ousadia). The designs are visible on the insole of the shoes, while the also make up the black and white upper structure. Striking red accents and the Neymar logo round off a special design, set to be worn by Neymar Junior in the new year.
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FC Tiamo Hirakata 26-27 Home Kit Released
Japanese Football League side FC Tiamo Hirakata has officially unveiled their new 2026-27 home kit, produced by sportswear brand Jogarbola. The release introduces a cracking design under the club's Reborn campaign for the upcoming JFL season, symbolizing a new beginning for the club.
Brighton to Wear 125th Anniversary Kit Against Arsenal
Brighton & Hove Albion have confirmed they will wear their limited-edition Nike 125th anniversary kit during their 2026-27 match against Arsenal in September 2026. The special shirt, which was initially released in May 2026 and draws inspiration from the club's original 1901 kit, will be showcased on the pitch to celebrate the club's founding milestone. Although the official anniversary falls on June 24, the commemorative fixture against the Gunners has been selected as the dedicated anniversary match where the team will debut the historic design.
Nike Creates Personalized Mercurial 2026 World Cup Boots for Kylian Mbappé's France Goalscoring Record
Kylian Mbappé has officially cemented his legacy as the greatest goalscorer in the history of the French national team, surpassing Olivier Giroud to take the top spot. To celebrate this historic milestone of reaching 58 international goals, Nike has presented the star forward with a personalized pair of Mercurial Superfly 11 boots. This special edition footwear arrives just in time as Mbappé prepares to make his 100th appearance for Les Bleus.
The custom Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Mbappé 2026 World Cup boots features a distinct "58" lightly printed on the lateral side of the heel, representing his record-breaking goal tally. Additionally, a small French tricolor flag is prominently positioned near the heel collar, paying direct homage to his national team.