Forty-One announces the launch of Forty-One FC, a creative collective designed to bring together like-minded creators who want to put their skills to work in and around soccer.

Forty-One FC is a collective powered by the diverse creatives within the CONCACAF region, both in front of, and behind the camera. It’s a home for those who want to make work that feels authentic to the culture around the game.

Adidas Originals and BAPE reunite for a Football Collective built with the 2026 FIFA World Cup in mind. Inspired by the sport’s iconic moments, the latest collaboration add’s theJapanese brand’s modern flare. The range includes two statement jerseys, graphic apparel, and a full lineup of accessories, anchored by three co-branded sneakers: the Samba, Campus 00s, and adistar HRMY, all finished with BAPE’s signature camo and bold details. It’s a drop that feels just as at home in the stands as it does on the street, arriving as World Cup momentum starts to build across North America.

Adidas Original x Bob Marley Collection

Adidas drops a limited collection inspired by Bob Marley, a lifestyle precursor to the new 2026 JFF kits which also share themes and inspiration from Bob Marley and his music.

Adidas x Undefeated

Adidas continues building buzz for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a fresh “Remix” jersey collection that reimagines the Mexico, Argentina, Japan, and Germany national team shirts through a U.S. football lens.

FC Supra du Québec unveiled its inaugural primary kit for the 2026 Canadian Premier League season, crafted by Danish sportswear brand, Hummel. The design reflects the club’s identity and community roots as it prepares to make its league debut.

CBS Sports Golazo Network will stream all matches from the inaugural season of Baller League USA, the six-on-six, influencer-infused soccer league kicking off this March in Miami. The agreement gives fans free, ad-supported access to every match on Golazo matches will also stream live on Twitch, YouTube and Kick. Creators involved in the league will also be able to stream matches on their own channels.

adidas is tapping into national-team nostalgia with a new Climacool F50 inspired by Argentina’s iconic colors. The lightweight silhouette pairs sky blue and white striping with modern Climacool construction, blending early-2000s speed aesthetics with updated comfort and breathability. It’s a clear nod to one of football’s most storied identities, reworked for today’s game and street crossover, showing how archive influence continues to drive adidas’ modern boot storytelling.

The LA28 Olympic Games will stage soccer matches across six MLS stadiums: Los Angeles, Atlanta, Dallas, Kansas City, Philadelphia, and Seattle. These stadiums will host men’s and women’s matches, bringing Olympic soccer directly into established football markets across the U.S. The move highlights MLS infrastructure on an international stage and continues to push the landscape for the sport’s future in North America after the 2026 World Cup.

A leaked look at Mexico’s 2026 World Cup away jersey points to a clean, heritage-driven direction. The shirt features a white base with a subtle embossed geometric pattern inspired by ancient Mesoamerican motifs, paired with dark green and red trim at the collar and cuffs. A large V-neck sets the silhouette apart, while the adidas Trefoil replaces the modern performance logo, signaling a throwback feel across all 2026 away kits. Finished with dark green shorts and matching socks with red and white accents, the full look balances history, identity, and World Cup stage presence.

J. Cole has officially released The Fall Off, a project that lands as both a finale and a victory lap. Positioned as his last album before stepping away, the record closes a career built on honesty, precision, and staying true without chasing trends. With this final chapter, J. Cole leaves behind a body of work that cemented him as one of the most respected voices in rap, bowing out on his own terms with The Fall Off as the final word.

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