Closer Look | Ross Barkley Shows Off Modified Next-Gen Nike Magista
Update: Ross Barkley has switched to the Floodlight Pack edition of the second-gen Nike Magista Obra soccer cleats after he previously laced up in the launch colorway of the boots. As he posted an image of his boots on social media, it was revealed that his boots feature modifications.
Ross Barkley Shows Off Custom Nike Magista Obra 2 Floodlight Pack Boots
Up close with Ross Barkley's custom boots.
Ross Barkley's Nike Magista Obra II boots are the same as the regular edition of Nike's high-cut control boot apart from the sole plate. Ross Barkley uses the Tiempo sole plate instead of the brand-new agility outsole of the second-gen Magista.
Update: Ross Barkley has switched to the launch colorway of the next-gen Nike Magista Obra soccer cleats after he previously laced up in a blackout version of the same boots, ending speculation about a possible brand switch. Barkley previously wore Nike's Hypervenom boot.
Prompting speculation about a possible switch of brands, Everton midfielder and Nike Football representative Ross Barkley was spotted wearing blacked-out Nike football boots in yesterday's pre-season friendly against Barnsley.
Ross Barkley Spotted in Blackout Nike Magista Obra 2 Boots
Up close with Ross Barkley's all-black boots.
Based on the brand-new next-gen Nike Magista II boots, Barkley wore a non-modified but totally blacked-out version of the evolutionary second-gen control cleats.
Barkley had been wearing Nike's Hypervenom boots previously. It was the first time that he was spotted wearing a blackout Magista boot.
Do you think Barkley will leave Nike or will he just switch to the Magista? Let us know in the comments below.
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MLS Players Wear Their National Flags on Kits Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Major League Soccer last weekend hosted a dedicated "Farewell Week" to send off its international stars. To mark the occasion, all clubs across the domestic league took to the pitch wearing specially customized kits that honored the various nations represented within their squads.
The most prominent visual update to the MLS uniforms was the addition of official national flags printed directly on the chest for all players and coaching staff. In a highly thoughtful and personalized touch, the league provided specialized double-flag variations for athletes holding dual citizenship. This bespoke detail allowed these specific players to proudly represent both their current homelands and their heritage simultaneously before joining their respective national team camps.
Beyond the chest graphics, teams also sported a unique set of squad numbers on the back of their shirts, featuring a custom pattern made up of the flags of all 48 countries participating in this summer's World Cup.
What do you think of this customized flag concept for the MLS World Cup Farewell Week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Śląsk Wrocław Announces Macron Kit Deal - No More Nike
Macron has signed a multi-year agreement to become the technical partner of Polish club WKS Śląsk Wrocław.
Starting from the 2026-27 season, the Italian brand will provide technical apparel for the club's men's first and second teams, women's team, youth academy, and blind football team. The five-season deal is the most significant technical partnership in the club's history and includes plans for a new merchandising line for supporters.
Śląsk Wrocław secured promotion to the Ekstraklasa after an impressive campaign in the second tier. Founded in 1947, the Wrocław-based club has won two Polish league titles, two Polish Cups, and one Super Cup, with experience in European competitions. Macron is developing bespoke game sets that will be revealed before the start of the new season.
The partnership bolsters Macron's presence in Polish football alongside existing deals with Lech Poznań, Widzew Łódź, and GKS Katowice.
