Stunning Nike Magista Obra II 2018 World Cup Boots Revealed
The Nike Magista Obra II 2018 World Cup edition introduces a stunning and clean design in white with silver and red accents - it's a style that fits right in with the rest of the Swoosh's collection for Russia dubbed the Just Do It pack. The destined release date is early May 2018.
The Nike Magista 2018 World Cup cleat is the last-ever edition of the Nike Magista silo as the boot will be replaced with the all-new Nike Phantom Vision.
Nike Magista Obra II Elite DF - White / Metallic Cool Grey / Light Crimson
This is the World Cup edition of the Nike Magista Obra 2 football boot - Just Do It pack.
Predominantly white just like the rest of the Nike 2018 World Cup Just Do It soccer cleat collection, the Nike Magista Obra II pairs it with silver metallic Swooshes and bits of red ('Light Crimson'). It's used both for the border of the Swoosh as well as the sole plate, in the latter case with an eye-catching iridescent effect to finish it off.
Tech-wise, the Nike Magista Obra II cleats stand out with their one-piece textured Flyknit upper, designed to offer improved control over previous models. ACC (All Conditions Control) is of course included as well.
Nike Magista Obra II - Features
- Flyknit upper with ACC (All Conditions Control) texture
- Dynamic Fit collar
- Interior heel counter cups the foot for cushioning and a locked-down fit
- Tuned knit around ankle and under laces for targeted, high-impact cushioning
Nike Magista Obra II Elite (FKA Opus II) - White / Metallic Cool Grey / Light Crimson
Forming part of the Nike 2018 World Cup pack - Just Do It, which is set to be released on May 14, the white and red Nike Magista Obra II boots retail at USD 300 (EUR 290, GBP 250) in the DF variant.
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A Look Back at World Cup Shirt Number Typography
Football kit design account @PaladarNegroWeb has shared an interesting retrospective on the typography used for shirt numbers in recent World Cups. The visual language of football kits is often defined by these details, with fonts becoming instantly recognizable symbols of specific tournaments and eras.
The collage highlights various iconic typefaces worn by national teams on the biggest stage. spanning from the 2006 World Cup to the FIFA World Cup.
This overview is part of an ongoing series by the account exploring the visual elements of football. It serves as a great reminder of how deeply typography impacts the overall aesthetic and legacy of a football shirt.
Morecambe 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Morecambe FC have officially launched their new 26-27 home and away kits, produced by Surridge Sports. The club received massive backlash for posting AI images for the launch, and later posted a clearer CAD of the home shirt.
The home shirt features the club's traditional red color palette with black detailing, while the away kit introduces a bold combination of purple and yellow. Both designs incorporate modern elements to provide a fresh look for the upcoming National League North campaign.
The new Surridge Sports Morecambe 2026-27 jerseys are currently available for pre-order through the club's official online store.
Puma Kits Keep Ripping at the 2026 World Cup
Puma is facing significant criticism at the 2026 World Cup as multiple national team jerseys have easily ripped during matches.
Incidents involving players from Czechia, Morocco, Egypt, and Paraguay have highlighted an ongoing durability issue with the brand's latest kits - every torn shirt in the tournament so far belongs to a Puma-sponsored team.
The Puma 2026 World Cup kits incorporate the latest version of PUMA's ULTRAWEAVE “Thermoadapt” technology, which obviously is not tear-resistant enough.
The recurring wardrobe malfunctions have resulted in terrible PR for the German sportswear manufacturer and even prompted the viral resurgence of Xherdan Shaqiri's infamous quote from Euro 2016, where he joked that he hopes Puma does not produce condoms.
