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Boots to the Street: The Best Sneakers of the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup is almost here, and the sneaker game around it is already delivering. Nick, Robbie, and Rohit break down everything from Nike's Air Max soccer boot hybrids and country-specific colorways to adidas' Federation Pack Sambas for Japan, Mexico, and Italy. They get into the Jordan Brand x Brazil situation, why traditional colors still matter on the global stage, and how this year's releases are threading the needle between football culture and everyday wear. Plus, Rockin' and Coppin' featuring the Mark Gonzalez x adidas Terrex Sky Chaser GTX, some Kobe threes, and a Reebok Formula One…

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