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Martine Rose x Nike, Aero Fit, and a Women’s World Cup Power Move
Your Weekly Digest of Soccer, Style, and Culture Across the CONCACAF Region
Welcome to Edition 59 of The Forty-One Life. Martine Rose and Nike drop Arsenal-inspired pieces that bring peak 2000s nostalgia into modern form. Nike keeps the momentum going with Aero Fit, its newest jersey innovation built for precision, breathability, and movement. The U.S., Mexico, Jamaica, and Costa Rica join forces for a historic joint bid to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup, while Jimmy Butler becomes the latest NBA star to invest in the women’s game with San Diego Wave FC.
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STYLE
Nike and Martine Rose are dropping Arsenal-Inspired kits in their latest collection
Nike and Martine Rose reunite for another collab that blurs football heritage and runway uniqueness. The centerpiece is the shoes, but the standout moment is the Arsenal-inspired polo and shorts set that channels the club’s iconic ’90s era. No release date yet,
KITS
Nike’s Aero Fit Pushes Performance to the Edge
Credit: Nike
Nike just introduced Aero Fit, its next-gen performance apparel system engineered for precision fit and breathability across every movement. Designed with advanced body-mapping technology and adaptive stretch zones, the collection redefines how athletes experience airflow and compression, merging form, function, and style at the highest level.
ON THE PITCH
USA, Mexico, Jamaica and Costa-Rica launch joint bid for 2031 Women’s World Cup
The U.S., Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica just went all in on a historic joint bid to host the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup, a first-of-its-kind partnership across four federations in the Americas. The proposed tournament would spotlight the region’s deep talent, growing fanbase, and cultural influence, aiming to set a new standard for the women’s game globally.
MOVES
NBA Star Jimmy Butler joins the San Diego Wave ownership group
Jimmy Butler is joining the San Diego Wave FC ownership group, adding NBA star power to one of the NWSL’s fastest-rising clubs. Known for his competitive edge and deep ties to community work, Butler’s investment signals growing crossover interest from elite athletes in the women’s game. The Wave called the move a perfect fit — a shared commitment to excellence, culture, and building something bigger than sport.
MORE MOVES
Audi and Major League Soccer are keeping the partnership rolling, renewing their multi-year deal as MLS’s official automotive partner. The extension keeps Audi front and center across league events, including the MLS Cup Playoffs and the Audi Goals Drive Progress initiative
SPACES
Ballers is blending sports with social clubs to create a new type of Rec Sports hang out.
Ballers Social Sports is redefining rec-league culture. Built around the idea that sport is better when it’s social, the organization creates curated leagues, tournaments, and experiences that bring people together through soccer, basketball, and more. With a focus on community, competition, and culture, Ballers blends the energy of pickup with the structure of organized play, connecting adults who want to stay active, meet new people, and keep that game-day feeling alive.
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