Inter Milan 24-25 Valentino Rossi Special Edition Away Kit Released - On-Pitch Debut
- Release and Debut: Inter Milan and Nike released a special edition 24-25 away shirt celebrating Valentino Rossi, which the Inter players wore in their match against Cagliari, winning 3-1.
- Kit Design: The special edition kit is based on the standard away kit, featuring Valentino Rossi's "Sun and Moon" symbols and the number 46, along with the text "Engineered to the exact specifications of Valentino Rossi."
- Availability and Versions: The Inter Valentino Rossi 2024-2025 away kit is available in match, stadium (men, women, children), and collector's "Rossi 46" versions at varying price points.
Update: The Inter Milan players wore the special edition 24-25 Valentino Rossi kit in the match that just ended against Cagliari. They won 3-1 and stayed top of the standings.
In a very unexpected move, Inter Milan and Nike have today released a special edition of their 2024-25 away shirt celebrating MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi. The special edition jersey will be worn by Inter players during their match against Cagliari at San Siro on Saturday, April 12.
Inter Milan 24-25 Valentino Rossi Special Edition Kit
The Inter 2024-25 VR46 away kit is based on the standard away kit, with iconic references to Valentino Rossi's racing career added. The shirt features Rossi's famous "Sun and Moon" symbols in the center, representing the connection between football and motorsport.
Another exclusive detail of the Inter Valentino Rossi 24-25 away kit is the number 46 placed beneath the Nike swoosh at the bottom of the jersey, along with the text "Engineered to the exact specifications of Valentino Rossi."
The Inter Valentino Rossi football kit has a neon green vertical stripe. Betsson Sport remains the main sponsor.
"It will be a huge honour to see the players of my team wearing this shirt created with Nike and Inter! It's a dream come true as it brings together my passion for motorcycling and my favourite team," said Valentino Rossi about the collaboration.
The Inter Valentino Rossi 2024-2025 away kit is available in several versions:
- Match jersey (€199.99)
- Stadium jersey for men (€149.99)
- Stadium jersey for women (€149.99)
- Stadium jersey for children (€119.99)
A collector's "Rossi 46" version will also be available, featuring a special number design that resembles a MotoGP racetrack.
What do you think of this special edition Inter x Valentino Rossi jersey? Comment below.
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.
