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      Cristiano Ronaldo risks £147m Nike contract breach as fans spot something off with his kit for Al-Nassr’s 5-0 loss

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO risked a breach of his contract with Nike during Al-Nassr’s pre-season friendly. The Portuguese talisman was spotted wearing Adidas shin pads under his socks despite his long-term partnership with Nike.
      Cristiano Ronaldo is sponsored by NikeCredit: Getty
      He could be seen wearing Adidas shin pads through his socksCredit: Getty
      The 38-year-old has been signed to Nike since 2003 and is currently contracted to a £147million, 10-year deal with the Oregon based company.
      He is regarded as one of their top athletes and has featured in a huge amount of advertising campaigns for the brand over the years.
      Adidas are widely considered as Nike’s biggest rivals in the sportswear industry.
      SunSport have contacted Ronaldo’s representatives for comment.
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      The former Real Madrid star was taking part in the Saudi Arabian club’s pre-season clash with La Liga side Celta Vigo.
      The mid-table Spanish team swept Al-Nassr aside with ease as they won the game 5-0.
      Ronaldo played the first 45 minutes, but was rested in the second half when all five goals were scored.
      Al-Nassr are set for even tougher tests as they continue their pre-season tour ahead of the upcoming season.
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      The Riyadh based club will play Benfica, PSG and Inter Milan before the regular season gets underway.
      They are expected to wear a new Nike sponsored kit in some of the games after they recently announced a partnership with the American brand starting in late July. More

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      Lionesses star ‘hugely hurt’ that fans cannot buy shirt with her name on back for Women’s World Cup 2023

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      MARY EARPS admits to feeling “hugely” disappointed that fans cannot buy official Lionesses goalkeeper shirts if they wish.England’s top shot-stopper at this year’s World Cup, has been in talks with kit makers Nike to find a solution.
      Fans cannot a shirt with Mary Earps’ name on itCredit: Getty
      Earps’ remarks come seven months after Fifa named her the best women’s goalkeeper in the world at a glitzy Paris ceremony where she chatted with World Cup winner Emi Martinez.
      The long-sleeved tops worn by her, Ellie Roebuck and Hannah Hampton and in England games are not currently manufactured for retail sale by Nike.
      The Lionesses’ vice-captain, 30, said: “It is hugely disappointing and very hurtful.
      “It is something that I have been fighting behind closed doors, I have been trying to go through the correct channels as much as possible.
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      “This is why I have not spoken on it publicly, even though I have been asked a lot about it over the past few months because I have been desperately trying to find a solution with the FA and with Nike.
      “On a personal level, it is obviously hugely hurtful considering the last 12 months especially – and also I think there has been an incredible rise in goalkeeping participation over that year.
      “I have discussed it with Ellie Roebuck. She is incredibly disappointed. As a whole goalkeeper union, we are all tremendously disappointed.”
      Earps, who plays for Manchester United, made history in May when she became the first shot stopper to keep 50 clean sheets in the WSL
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      And Red Devils’ goalkeeper jerseys emblazoned with her name are said to be a popular-selling item at the club. 
      The England star, who has more than 665,000 TikTok followers added: “My shirt on the Manchester United website was sold out last season. 
      “It was the third best-selling shirt. That was my frustration and I ask, can there be any solution? Can there be a replica shirt that can be sold to young people?
      “I am not talking about adults respectfully, adults are important in this situation, but it is the young kids I am most concerned about.
      “They are going to say ‘mum, dad can I have a Mary Earps shirt’ and they say ‘I can’t but I can get you an Alessia Russo 23 or a Rachel Daly 9.’ 
      “And so what you are saying is that goalkeeping isn’t important, but you can be a striker if you want. 
      “That is why I am so passionate and have been desperate to change that narrative. Big businesses don’t do enough in my opinion.”
      This Saturday Earps will take to the field at Brisbane Stadium in Australia when England face Haiti in their first match of the World Cup.
      The duel with the Group D minnows comes almost a year after she became the first England keeper to lift a Women’s Euros trophy. 
      Other women’s national sides whose official goalkeeper shirts do not appear to be available for sale via their merchandise stores include the United States,
      The national kit for the four-time World Cup-winning giants is also produced by Nike who were contacted for comment.
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      Earps added: “I think [discussions with other federations] may happen post-World Cup. I would love to hear their views.”
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      Premier League announces major change after 25 years as fans call it ‘worse than the Super League’

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      THE Premier League is set to end it’s partnership with Nike after 25 years.US-based sportswear brand Nike has supplied the league’s match balls since the 2000-01 campaign.
      Puma will take over as the Premier League’s match ball supplier from 2025Credit: Rex
      However, Puma will take over from the 2025-26 season.
      According to The Athletic, Nike had the chance to extend it’s 25-year partnership beyond 2025, but negotiations failed to reach a positive conclusion.
      German firm Puma has since agreed a deal with the top flight of English football.
      And fans are far from happy.
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      One person tweeted: “This is worse than the Super League.”
      Another agreed, adding: “The game’s gone.”
      A third wrote: “End of an Era.”
      A fourth said: “If they’re anything like the Puma kits, we’re in trouble.”
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      While another simply commented: “Noooooo.”
      Puma currently supply official match balls for Serie A and La Liga, as well as the English Football League.
      Before Nike took over as the Premier League’s match ball supplier, Mitre produced the footballs for England’s top tier. More

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      Man Utd fans spot surprising detail on Mason Greenwood’s social media profiles as his career hangs in balance

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      MASON Greenwood’s social media profiles still say he is a Nike athlete – despite him being dropped by the global sports brand more than two months ago. Manchester United fans spotted the mistake on the footballer’s Twitter and Instagram accounts, which he hasn’t posted on since January 2022.
      Charges against Mason Greenwood, including attempted rape and assault, were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service
      The Manchester United forward hasn’t played for the club since last yearCredit: PA
      The forward, 21, stopped playing for the Red Devils last year when he was arrested on suspicion of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour.
      Greenwood was cleared of any wrongdoing last month when the Crown Prosecution Service dropped all charges, but his future with the club remains uncertain.
      Nike also terminated its multimillion-pound boot deal with the sportsman, who cannot play but is getting his £75,000-a-week wage.
      He was officially let go when he was first charged, but a spokesperson suggested Greenwood’s deal will not be renewed.
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      They said: “Mason Greenwood is no longer a Nike athlete.”
      However, he continues to publicly affiliate himself with the sportswear giant.
      His Instagram, where he has 2.7 million followers, links to the official Nike football page, while he describes himself as a “Nike athlete” on Twitter, where he has 1.3 million.
      Footie fans are demanding he “immediately” remove any mention of the brand.
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      One said: “Greenwood needs to take off ‘Nike athlete’ from his Twitter bio or I’ll stop using anything.”
      Another wrote: “I see Greenwood still has Nike on his Twitter. Please remove immediately.”
      The Sun has contacted Nike for comment.
      Greenwood, who has a contract at Old Trafford until 2025, remains suspended, meaning he cannot train or play.
      He had his first face-to-face meeting with Man Utd chiefs since his suspension on February 16, sparking rumours he may be gearing up to return.
      The summit was his chance to give his account to the club of the circumstances around social media posts by a woman which led to his arrest last year.
      A source said: “Only when the club has the full picture can they start to move things forward.”
      His teammates are said to be hesitant about welcoming him back.
      An insider said: “The players are open to him returning to the team but the scrutiny could be massively distracting.
      “The dressing room is the happiest it has been for ages and no one wants to rock the boat.”
      It could mean he seeks a career abroad, with some suggesting he is eyeing a move to China while others say AC Milan is making inquiries.
      If Greenwood does leave United, his shirt number will be up for grabs – and one player is primed to take it.
      The Express reports that Brazilian star Antony is in the running to inherit number 11.
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      Before his arrest, Greenwood was valued at around £50million and regarded as one of the hottest young talents in European football.
      As well as being dropped by Nike, EA Sports removed Greenwood from its iconic FIFA video game.
      Nike terminated its multimillion-pound boot deal with GreenwoodCredit: Twitter
      His social media profiles still mention NikeCredit: Twitter More

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      Erling Haaland goes shopping with rarely-seen girlfriend in London’s Nike Town after Man City star signs £20m deal

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      ERLING HAALAND has been snapped shopping in London’s West End with his rarely-seen girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen.The Manchester City forward, 22, has kept his relationship with fellow Norwegian footballer Isabel, 18, away from the cameras.
      Erling Haaland, left, was seen out with girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen, centreCredit: BackGrid
      The pair have kept their relationship out of the media spotlightCredit: BackGrid
      Isabel shopped on Oxford Street alongside her boyfriendCredit: BackGrid
      She has known Haaland from growing up together in NorwayCredit: BackGrid
      Haaland headed to London to sign a lucrative Nike dealCredit: BackGrid
      His deal with the sports clothing company is said to be worth around £20millionCredit: BackGrid
      The couple were spotted together on New Year’s Eve as they enjoyed an evening out in Manchester.
      But now they have been pictured down in London at Nike Town after Haaland signed a £20million deal with the sporting giant.
      The pair were seen on Oxford Street as they enjoyed some time in the capital.
      It came as Haaland finally penned a new deal with Nike after his previous contract expired in January.
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      Haaland with TV presenter Alex Scott in Nike Town after sealing his £20m deal
      Fans pack into the Nike store to celebrate the Man City star’s new deal
      Haaland celebrates scoring in the FA Cup against Burnley in his Nike boots
      Haaland returned to Man City training on WednesdayCredit: Instagram / @mancity
      Isabel is also a Norwegian footballer
      Puma and Adidas were keen to pinch the former Borussia Dortmund striker.
      But the Norway international has decided to stay with Nike.
      The Oregon-based company also sponsors the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden, Harry Kane, Robert Lewandowski and Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Haaland and Isabel grew up together in the Norwegian city of Byrne.
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      She keeps her name out of the limelight
      Isabel and Haaland know each other from living in Byrne, Norway
      It’s believed they have been dating since his Dortmund days.
      And the pair enjoyed a warm getaway during the World Cup break as they headed to Haaland’s villa in sunny Marbella.
      Meanwhile, Haaland’s trip to London was short-lived as he returned to Man City training on Wednesday.
      The Premier League champions travel to Southampton on Saturday as they look to close the gap to Arsenal to five points.
      And Haaland will be looking to add to his 42 goals in 37 games so far this season.
      Arsenal then go to Anfield on Sunday as they take on Liverpool.
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      Erling Haaland signs new £20m mega deal… but it’s not for Man City

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      ERLING HAALAND has signed an eye-watering new £20million contract.But it is NOT with Manchester City.
      Erling Haaland has signed a mega contract with NikeCredit: The Mega Agency
      He is now tied down for at least a decade and likely the rest of his careerCredit: The Mega Agency
      The Norwegian was motivated to be the ‘new face of No9’Credit: The Mega Agency
      Instead the Norwegian goal machine agreed new terms with boot supplier Nike.
      Reports last month suggested he was close to signing the deal.
      And now he has put pen to paper on the fresh terms worth a staggering £20m in reportedly the biggest sponsorship deal in football.
      It is understood the contract lasts more than a decade and was signed so Haaland could emulate his hero Ronaldo as the “new face of No9”.
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      The City superstar, 22, first joined Nike aged just 14 but his latest contract expired in January 2022.
      That led to him wearing various boots including Puma Ultras for his City unveiling and adidas X Speedportals in the Community Shield.
      But he returned to his tried and tested Nike Mercurial Vapors for his Premier League debut as the bidding war between the three companies waged on.
      Now, though, it is all settled with a “career-long” contract as a key figure for the American brand.
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      Nike have Kylian Mbappe, Marcus Rashford, Harry Kane, Kevin De Bruyne and Cristiano Ronaldo on their existing list of stars.
      They also sponsor some of the best women in world football with Alexia Putellas, Ada Hegerberg, Leah Williamson, Megan Rapinoe and Sam Kerr on the books.
      A Nike statement said: “His record-breaking scoring has put a stamp on the future of the game, and makes him the heir to No 9 — the next-generation striker.”
      Haaland has continued to bang in the goals with terrifying frequency since arriving at the Etihad for £51.4m last summer.
      He has 42 goals in just 37 games under Pep Guardiola and shows no sign of slowing down.
      The soon-to-be Golden Boot winner could break the Premier League goal record for a single season by netting seven more times to surpass Andrew Cole and Alan Shearer’s tally of 34.
      Haaland has been with Nike since he was 14Credit: AP:Associated Press
      He wore adidas boots for pre-seasonCredit: AP
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      Max Verstappen’s career outside F1 blocked by clothing giant Nike as Red Bull ace looks to expand empire before retiring

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN’S attempts to venture into the fashion industry have suffered a severe blow.The two-time Formula 1 world champion, 25, is looking to expand his empire as he already prepares for life after racing.
      Max Verstappen’s clothing brand has hit a major issueCredit: Rex
      Verstappen has a contract with Red Bull until 2028 and is reportedly planning to go for some other motorsport-related goals outside of F1 once his deal expires.
      But he is also looking at the world outside of racing, with the Dutchman wanting to create a clothing brand named “Max 1”.
      However, De Limburger are now reporting that Nike have taken umbrage with his proposed name.
      This is because they believe it to be too similar to their “Nike: Air Max” shoe range.
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      A report from the region’s trademark agency, The Benelux Office for Intellectual Property, has confirmed an investigation is taking place following a complaint from Nike.
      As well as concerns around the name’s similarity, Nike’s opposition also relates to styling issues.
      The report states: “Both signs contain the word MAX, albeit in a different place. In the trademarks invoked, the elements AIR and MAX have equal weight in the overall impression. In the contested sign, the emphasis is on the word MAX. The number 1 will be regarded as a specification of MAX. To that extent the signs agree.
      “The goods in question (Nike and Max) are partly identical and partly similar. Visually and aurally, there is a certain degree of similarity between the signs.
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      “Based on these and the other factors mentioned above and given their interdependence, the Office considers that there is a likelihood of confusion in the sense that the public may believe that the goods covered by the trade marks invoked and those of the contested sign belong to the same undertaking or, as the case may be, from economically linked companies.
      “Since it is common practice in the clothing sector for the same mark to be configured in different ways, the relevant public might also think that the contested sign is a sub-mark of the opponent (Nike).”
      Meanwhile, on the track, Verstappen is in a superb position to claim a third successive drivers’ championship in 2023.
      After strolling to victory in Bahrain in the season opener, he managed to finish second in Saudi Arabia behind team-mate Sergio Perez despite qualifying 15th due to a broken driveshaft.
      Next up for the F1 paddock is the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday, April 2. More

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      Nike and Puma to stop making football boots from premium kangaroo leather

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      TOP sports brands are to stop making football boots with premium kangaroo leather.The likes of Nike and Puma are ditching it in favour of synthetic uppers after pressure from animal rights activists and a crackdown in the United States.
      The popular Nike Tiempo will in future use alternative synthetic fabric
      Ex-England captain David Beckham stopped wearing his kangaroo-skin boots in 2006 after he was sent graphic images of animals being slaughtered for them.
      US sportswear giant Nike announced last week that by the end of the year kangaroo leather would not be used in any of its products.
      They said its popular Tiempo range — worn by stars including Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson — will in future use alternative synthetic fabric.
      It comes after German brand Puma agreed to ditch kangaroo leather a few weeks ago.
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      Nike’s recent announcement has been welcomed by Wayne Pacelle — the president of animal welfare group the Centre for a Humane Economy — who called it a “seismic event for wildlife protection”.
      Nike was a target of the group’s “Kangaroos are not shoes” campaign video. More