Bogus Rumors: Chelsea Will NOT Sign Nintendo Deal
Update: Chelsea have followed up the initial post with more short videos, this time featuring other 1990s electronics - the Playstation 1 as well as a classic Nokia phone. This makes it even more clear that the earlier post was not about Nintendo but rather a teaser for the upcoming launch of the Chelsea 23-24 home kit.
Chelsea Football Club have teased fans with a video ahead of their kit reveal for the upcoming season, featuring Nintendo prominently. Are they set to sign a deal with the iconic Japanese video game company? Certainly not.
Chelsea are in need of a new sponsor for their shirts. The Premier League previously blocked a deal with Paramount+ due to broadcast partner rules, and rumors of a potential partnership with Stake.com have circulated but ultimately not singed after fan protests.
Chelsea Post Video of Nintendo
The video released by Chelsea on the new platform Thread shows a Nintendo Game Boy running a game with a lion and a football, symbols closely associated with the club. The video ends with the message "it's a 90s thing".
Mock-up - won't happen
Thanks to @TheyThinkKits for the mock-up
Footy Headlines are pretty sure that Nintendo won't become Chelsea's kit sponsor. Instead, the video just hints that new Chelsea 2023-2024 kit will be inspired by the 1990s and the 1997-99 Home kit in particular.
We expect the new Chelsea 2023-2024 home kit to be launched very soon, likely without a sponsor.
Post by @chelseafcView on Threads
Would you love this to happen? Let us know in the comments below.
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.
