Legends Inspired: Puma x Art of Football Collection Released
Nov 2, 2023, by Chris
- Collaboration: Puma has partnered with Art of Football to release a new collection of football-inspired clothing and footwear, with the collection being approved by Thierry Henry.
- Product Range: The collection includes the Puma King Ultimate and Puma King 21 IT boots, plus a drill top and T-shirt, all featuring unique designs.
- King Ultimate Features: The Puma King Ultimate boots have a black/asphalt colorway with classic detailing, and use a leather-free upper with advanced materials, retaining the original design's technology and are priced at EUR 200 (GBP 180).
Inspired by the legends of the game, Puma x Art of Football officially launches the 'Art of Football' collection with the approval of the King himself, Thierry Henry.
Art of Football are a clothing brand that create unique and stylish designs that are inspired by iconic moments in football history. They already teamed up with Pepsi to remake the iconic Pepsi kit, and with Nike for a set of reworked items.
Puma Art of Football collection
Puma Art of Football Collection includes Puma King Ultimate boot, Puma King 21 IT boot, Drill Top and T-shirt.
Puma King Ultimate 'Art Of Football' - Black/Asphal
This photo shows the Puma King Ultimate 'Art Of Football' boots collection.
The new King Ultimate x AOF football boots come in traditional black. Puma has highlighted black stitching on the upper and white stitching around the Formstrip creating a classic look for the shoe.
Puma has also left its mark on the boot lining, recalling some of the historic moments of players who have worn King boots in the past.
The 'Black/Asphal' Puma King Ultimate boots are identical to the inaugural edition tech-wise.
Puma King 2023 - Features
- Leather-free upper: Innovative "K-Better" material instead of material leather
- K-Better provides the same softness as traditional materials and yet is 30% thinner, offering a close-to-ball feel for an intuitive touch
- Twice as stretchy as traditional leather for a fit that lasts longer
- Integrated knitted collar ensures slip-on comfort
- Forefoot and midfoot micro-texturing
- "1968" incorporated at the rearfoot
- Lightweight soleplate features a guiding stability spine and external heel counter plus conical studs
- Price: EUR 200 (GBP 180)
- Colorway: Black/Asphal
Available since November 2023, the new King 2023 boots from Puma retail at EUR 200 (GBP 180).
Puma King 21 IT 'Art Of Football' - Alpine Snow/Puma Black
Check out the new Puma King 21 IT soccer cleats from the 'Art Of Football' collection below.
The new Puma King 21 IT shoes have a vanilla main color combined with a black tongue and Formstrip, while the brown sole creates a harmonious look.
Drill Top
T-shirt #1
T-shirt #2
Do you like the Puma 'Art of Football' collection? Let's hear your thoughts in the comments below the article, and see the Boot Calendar for more Puma soccer boots.
Adidas Argentina Messi Farewell Kit Teased
Adidas and the Argentine Football Association have teased a special-edition commemorative jersey celebrating Lionel Messi for his final appearance with the national team. Following the announcement of his retirement from international duty after a legendary career spanning 207 caps and 125 goals, Messi is set to wear the bespoke design in his farewell match against Benin at the Estadio Monumental on October 6, 2026.
The unique kit departs from the traditional striping format, opting for a sky-blue base accented by a single broad white central stripe. Tonal rays inspired by the Sun of May radiate across the front and back of the torso. In a rare personal touch, Messi's signature 'M' logo replaces the traditional Adidas performance logo on the right chest in metallic gold, balanced by the gold-accented three-star Argentina crest on the left. The crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs are finished in black with sleek gold edging.
On the reverse, the shirt features gold 'MESSI 10' printing framed by the radiant sunburst motif, topped by a small Sun of May emblem just below the rear collar. Messi previewed the shirt on social media with the message "One last match... A jersey for a lifetime," offering a fitting tribute as he prepares to close his historic international chapter.
