Football’s great creators have always played to their own rhythm. This latest drop from PUMA is an ode to that energy – the Future 8 Ultimate ‘Playmakers’, inspired by the electricity and flair of Neymar Jr., landing in a bold “Puma Red/Puma Black/Ultra Blue/Pink Pixel” palette that practically hums with movement.
From the first glance, it’s clear these aren’t boots for wallflowers. Music-inspired graphics dance across the surface, channelling the feeling of taking control of the game and bending it to your tempo. Every detail screams expression, from the colour pops to the aggressive layering of tech under the hood.
That tech starts with the boot’s FUZIONSKIN upper – a stretchy Lycra-knit base that hugs the foot like it was made for it, adapting in sync with every twist, drop of the shoulder, and change of pace. Over the top, 3D FUZIONPODS bring extra structure and subtle protection to the forefoot, allowing natural flex so you never lose that free-flow feel. Lock-in comes via PWRTAPE wrapping the midfoot – your anchor when the game turns tight and the dribbles get dirty.
Grip is the name of the game for creators, and PUMA have doubled down with a high-density mesh overlay coated in GripControl Pro for that extra bite on the ball. Whether you’re slipping passes through the lines or dragging defenders out of shape, the touch stays razor sharp.
Flip them over and the soleplate is pure agility engineering: studs shaped and placed for rotational flow, giving you 360 degrees of movement without hesitation. It’s the foundation for chaining plays together, for making the pitch your playground.
