Special-Edition, Never Released Puma ONE Buffon 2018 World Cup Boots Leaked
Today we have a funny one for you. Just last night we received pictures of what was supposed to be a special-edition football boot from Puma to celebrate what would have been Gianlugi Buffon's sixth consecutive appearance on football's biggest stage.
Taking part in six World Cup would have made Buffon the sole leader in this statistic, ahead of Germany's Lothar Matthäus, and Antonio Carbajal and Rafael Márquez of Mexico. Thanks to @musleramario for sending these in, much appreciated.
Special-Edition Puma ONE Italy 2018 World Cup Boots
This picture shows the Puma Italy Buffon 2018 World Cup special-edition boots which will never be officially released.
A very interesting look, the cleats combine a golden upper with a black collar. An array of ridges can be seen running across the upper, especially in the forefoot part, unlike on any other Puma ONE boot.
The sole plate is metallic gold. Black logos complete the design, with the main Puma Formstripe featuring a white border. C.U.I.T, the acronym that also appears on Buffon's gloves, is written across the heel. It stands for Commando Ultrà Indian Trips, the hard-core group of Carrarese fans.
Most likely already planned as a very limited edition from Puma in the first place, the fact that these boots likely never went into full production means that they are some of the most rare items football boot collectors can get their hands on today.
Do you like what Puma created to celebrate Buffon's record-breaking World Cup that wasn't to be? Comment below.
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Turkey 2026 World Cup Pre-Match Shirt Revealed - Streamlined Nike Template for Smaller Nations
Nike's preparations for the 2026 World Cup are being finalized with the reveal of the new Turkey pre-match shirt.
Rather than receiving a bespoke design, the new Nike Turkey 2026 World Cup pre-match jersey utilizes a highly visible, streamlined template that the American sportswear brand will be rolling out across its wider portfolio of sponsored national federations.
The defining feature of the Turkey 2026 pre-match shirt is its bold, all-over geometric graphic. The template consists of tightly packed, wavy zig-zag lines that warp and curve to create a dynamic optical illusion across the entire torso and sleeves. For the Turkish national team, this busy pattern is executed in vibrant, contrasting shades of red and dark orange.
Nike is applying this exact same streamlined template to several other national teams, simply adjusting the color palettes to suit each country. European sides like Norway and Finland, alongside South American heavyweights Uruguay, will all sport identical pre-match designs featuring their respective national colors applied to the same wavy graphic.
What are your thoughts on Nike utilizing a shared, streamlined template for its 2026 national team pre-match shirts? Let us know in the comments below.
Nike and Kids of Immigrants Goalkeeper Jersey + Total 90 Shoes Released
Nike and streetwear label Kids of Immigrants have officially unveiled a comprehensive collaborative capsule collection. This wider release expands significantly upon the retro football aesthetic, offering a full range of apparel, accessories, and highly unique modified footwear.
The undeniable centerpiece of the expanded collection is the introduction of two bespoke slip-on mules, which draw heavy inspiration from the iconic Nike Total 90 football boot. The mules arrive in two distinct colorways: a muted beige and olive green iteration featuring a speckled sole, alongside a darker, glossy black and rich brown patent leather version. Both pairs are unified by a striking red and yellow outlined Swoosh on the midfoot and tongue, matching the vibrant accents found on the collection's primary jersey.
Rounding out the collaborative effort is a selection of matching apparel and accessories designed to complete the capsule. The standout piece of these other items is a special 1990s keeper kit.
Which item from the Nike x Kids of Immigrants collection is your favorite? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
The Nicest Boot Combos of the 2025-26 Season
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