Andres Iniesta Launches Own Football Brand & Boot
Former FC Barcelona superstar Andrés Iniesta has launched its own football brand - Capitten (inspired by the word "Captain"). Capitten debut in the Japanese market with a line of football boots, designed by Iniesta in collaboration with Japanese shoemakers.
Capitten symbolize the values of "humility, sacrifice, hard work and ambition," as well as "unity and teamwork, above the individual," Iniesta said about the brand. Iniesta claims to have been involved "100%" throughout its development process.
Iniesta had been sponsored by Asics from 2018 until 2022
Iniesta also owns a wine company and has launched a sneaker company, Mikakus. He had been sponsored by Nike for the majority of his career, while he joined in Asics in 2018. His partnership with the Japanese brand is now over.
Capitten - Andres Iniesta Launches Own Football Brand
The first and only football boot of Capitten is called "One". The Capitten One soccer cleat is inspired by the football shoes of the 1980s. It features high-quality K-leather forefoot for the perfect fit, touch, and ball control.
The sophisticated and elegant design of an 80s football boot evokes an early era when modern football values flourished.
The outsole is very classic. It is a hybrid sole that uses German-made TPA resin for the base and TPU resin for the studs. In addition, the π at the tip of the stud is made thinner to increase penetration into the ground and achieve a high grip.
The Capitten One is available in three different colorways - a special gold limited-edition version (only in Iniesta's Size 41, 888 pairs worldwide) as well as two standard colorways (black & blue).
"When I stop playing soccer, one way to stay linked to the sport is to have a brand of boots," said Iniesta when asked about the product, which he defined "as the perfect boots".
"It has been a very hard work for many months of the whole team, with the mentality of continuing to work so that the brand continues to be alive for a long time," said Iniesta at the event held at the Tokyo Olympics stadium.
Capitten One Pro White/Blue
Capitten One Pro White/Black
Capitten 2022 T-Shirt & Jersey
Capitten One TF Shoes
The limited-edition "Capitten One 888" is signed by Iniesta and priced at 80,000 yen (about 550 Euro). Parts of the profits will go to Iniesta's Methodology, Iniesta's football scholarship in Japan. The regular colorways of the Capitten One retail at 29,150 yen (about 200 Euro). There are also Turf and Kids' versions available.
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France x MLB Baseball Jersey Released
The French Football Federation has officially launched a new crossover collaboration jersey with Major League Baseball.
The France MLB jersey features a classic baseball button-down design in the team's signature blue color, complete with the FFF crest and MLB branding.
Available now through the official FFF boutique and MLB Shop Europe, the new collaboration jersey retails for 140 Euro. The release has drawn some criticism from fans regarding its high price point of 140 euros.
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 jerseys 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.
Deportivo Independiente Medellín Returns to Original Crest
Colombian club Deportivo Independiente Medellín has officially announced a return to their original crest, reconnecting with their 1913 roots.
Unveiled on June 19, 2026, the updated identity features the club's historic first shield, which prominently displays the city's name and honors their successes during the amateur era. The decision to revert to this traditional emblem is described by the club as a return to their origins, aiming to celebrate the beginning of their history and strengthen their brand identity.
Scotland Add Motivational Phrases to 2026 World Cup Kits
The Scottish national team's equipment staff have taken an extra step to inspire their players during the 2026 World Cup by adding motivational phrases to the inner collar of their match shirts.
This initiative is part of the broader "Choose Scotland" campaign, which features messaging such as "You can’t choose where you’re born but you can choose who you stand with."
Fujieda MYFC 26-27 Kits Released
Japanese J2 League club Fujieda MYFC have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 kits, produced by sportswear brand Gol. Designed under the theme "Merge," the new shirts symbolize the fusion of the ball, boots, players' spirit, fans, and partners uniting for the upcoming season. The collection features bespoke graphic patterns across the home, away, and goalkeeper jerseys, with sponsor logos cleanly integrated throughout the designs. The new Fujieda MYFC 2026-27 kits will be available to purchase starting in late June 2026 via the official J.League online store.
Matsumoto Yamaga 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Japanese J3 League club Matsumoto Yamaga FC have revealed their new 2026-27 home and away kits. The new Adidas Matsumoto Yamaga 2026-27 shirts introduce bespoke designs for the club.
Como 1907 Announce Kit Design Contest
Italian club Como 1907 has launched a new design contest, inviting fans and designers to create a new look for the team. While the official announcement asked supporters to design a t-shirt for Como, it is likely that the club is referring to a football kit, given the context of the post and the reactions from the fanbase.
The club has kept the instructions incredibly open, stating there is no brief, no rules, and no excuses. To enter the competition, fans simply need to create their design, post it on Instagram, and tag the official Como 1907 account.
The announcement has already sparked significant interest online, with numerous supporters sharing their concepts and ideas. Whether the winning design will be produced as an official match kit, a pre-match shirt, or a special edition lifestyle item remains to be seen, but it offers a unique opportunity for fans to leave their mark on the club's visual identity.
FIFA Denies Guillermo Ochoa 2026 World Cup Legacy Patch Over Appearance Rules
Guillermo Ochoa has been denied the chance to wear FIFA's new legacy patch at the 2026 World Cup. Despite being selected for six World Cup tournaments spanning from 2006 to 2026, the Mexican goalkeeper does not meet the strict criteria set by FIFA. The governing body requires players to have made on-pitch appearances in at least five different World Cups to qualify for the special badge.
Ochoa did not play any minutes during the 2006 and 2010 tournaments, meaning he has only registered on-pitch appearances in three World Cups prior to the 2026 edition. Because of this, FIFA officially refused to award him the patch. Other veterans playing in the tournament, such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, Manuel Neuer, and Yuto Nagatomo, have received the legacy patch for meeting the five-tournament appearance threshold.
The Mexican Football Federation is reportedly planning to push for a reconsideration of the ruling. If Ochoa features in a match during the 2026 tournament, the federation intends to appeal FIFA's decision in hopes of securing the legacy patch for the veteran goalkeeper.
Yokohama FC 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Japanese J2 League club Yokohama FC have officially released their new Puma 2026-27 home, away, and goalkeeper kits. The new Yokohama FC 26-27 shirts feature an abstract graphic design that represents flow and movement across all the jerseys. The home jersey is predominantly blue, while the away kit is white. The goalkeeper kits complete the collection in red and yellow colorways. The Puma Yokohama FC 2026-27 kits are available to purchase via the club's online store.
