Have Nike & Cristiano Settled Their Dispute?
Mar 30, 2024, by Phan Tich Giay
- Ronaldo's Boot Choice: Cristiano Ronaldo has begun wearing the Nike Mercurial Dream Speed boots six weeks after their launch, despite not wearing the previous edition.
- Branding Dispute: Nike included a CR7 logo on the boots, but removed it from the retail version at the last minute, which suggests a dispute still remains between Ronaldo and Nike, despite them working together now.
- Previous Issues: Ronaldo has cut the collar off his Nike boots previously, and did not wear the prior version of the Dream Speed boots, which suggests a possible ongoing conflict between Ronaldo and Nike.
Update - 30 March 2024: Cristiano Ronaldo has finally switched to the Nike Mercurial Dream Speed football boots - six weeks after they were launched and after he did not wear the previous Dream Speed edition at all.
It's not known whether Nike and CR7 have settled their disputes. A closer look shows that Nike printed a CR7 logo on the outside of the shoe. The CR7 branding was removed from the retail version of the shoes at the last minute.
Meanwhile, the collar still seems to be cut off slightly.
17 February 2024: Nike Wants Cristiano to Wear Mercurial Dream Speed 8 Boots, but Will He?
In a recent post about the Nike Mercurial Dream Speed 8, Nike tagged Ronaldo and expressed the hope that Ronaldo will wear the Nike MDS 008 in the near future. But will Ronaldo wear them or not?
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Cristiano Ronaldo to Wear Nike Mercurial Dream Speed 8 ??
As you know, the Dream Speed boots series is inspired by Ronaldo. However, since the MDS 007 shoe was released, Ronaldo has never worn it. This shows that Ronaldo will likely not wear Nike Dream Speed 8 shoes.
In a recent post on Twitter about the Dream Speed 8, Nike tagged Ronaldo and many other elite Mercurial ambassadors such as Mbappe, Garnacho, Vinicius and Sane. This shows that Nike wants Ronaldo to wear the MDS 008 boots, but whether he does or not is up to him.
Ronaldo has worn every previous Nike MDS from MDS 001 to MDS 006.
Previously, Ronaldo surprised everyone by cutting off the collar of his Nike Mercurial Superfly 9 boots.
This change suggests that a shift may happen between Ronaldo and Nike. Typically, Nike customizes boots for top players.
Do you think Ronaldo will wear the Nike Mercurial Dream Speed 8 boots? Do you think Nike and Cristiano Ronaldo are having a hard time? Let us know in the comments below.
Purple Real Madrid 26-27 Originals Collection Leaked
A brand new lifestyle collection from Real Madrid and Adidas have been leaked via online stores, giving a full look onto its purple Originals tracksuit.
The design of the jacket is identical to away anthem jacket range from the German brand this season, featuring a white horizontal band with a yellow/orange trim. Both logos are displayed in monochrome white, match with the shoulder three-stripes. The full tracksuit is expected to be used as pre-match outfit or anthem jacket, depending the club's own intention.
What do you think of the new Real Madrid 26-27 Originals collection? Let us know in the comments below.
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Novara 26-27 Third Kit Released
Italian Serie C side Novara FC and technical partner Erreà have officially released the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Following the release of their traditional azzurro home strip earlier in the summer, the new third shirt delivers a stealthy, understated alternative aesthetic for the current campaign.
The Erreà Novara 26-27 third jersey is built on a solid black base and adopts a full monochrome palette. Instead of the standard club crest, the chest features Novara's historic crossed shield rendered in clean white embroidery. Erreà's logos on the right chest and shoulders, alongside long-time front-of-shirt sponsor Igor Gorgonzola and secondary partners Cristanini Viaggi and Intesa Pour Homme, are similarly applied in monochrome white.
Completing the strip, matching black shorts and black socks with white accents and crest detailing round off the uniform for the 26-27 Serie C campaign.
RB Linense 26-27 Away Kit Released
Spanish Tercera Federación side Real Balompédica Linense, popularly known as La Balona, has officially unveiled its new away kit for the 26-27 season. Produced by long-term technical partner Hummel, the new strip follows the release of the club's classic striped home kit earlier this summer.
Presented under the slogan "Segunda Piel" (Second Skin), the Hummel RB Linense 26-27 away jersey combines a deep navy base with rich gold detailing. Across the front, the shirt features tonal diagonal sashes that create a dynamic textured look. Gold accents appear on the V-neck collar, the sleeve cuffs, and Hummel's trademark shoulder chevrons, which are matched by a monochrome metallic gold club crest and Lotus chest sponsor.
The new away uniform is completed by matching navy and gold shorts and socks. The RB Linense 26-27 away shirt is already available for purchase through the club's official offices.
US Amal Tiznit 26-27 Home Kit Released
Moroccan club US Amal Tiznit have officially unveiled their new home kit for the 26-27 campaign, manufactured by domestic sportswear brand Bang Sports. The launch arrives during a historic chapter for the side, having achieved back-to-back promotions to compete in Morocco's top flight, the Botola Pro, for the first time in club history.
The Bang Sports Amal Tiznit 2026-27 home jersey is centered around the club's traditional sky blue colorway, decorated with intricate Moroccan geometric patterns across the entire front. Gold accents line the V-neck collar, while white side panels and sleeve trim bring contrast to the shirt. On the reverse, the kit adopts tonal vertical pinstripes alongside clean white player names and squad numbering.
Several sponsor marks are placed across the chest, sleeves, and lower back, complemented by Bang Sports branding and an authentic licensed patch near the hem. The new strip will be worn throughout US Amal Tiznit's debut season in the Moroccan top flight.