R9: Pra Sempre Fenomeno

Four months after he announced his retirement one of football's all-time greats was given a final farewell in Brazil's friendly against Romania. Former world footballer of the year Ronaldo ended his spectacular international career with a 15-minute appearance as a substitute in Brazil's 1-0 win over Romania.

Nike have released a video following the build up to Ronaldo's cameo appearance, showing his last moments with the 'Selecao'. Check it out and share your thoughts online, on Twitter and on Facebook.

Ronaldo defined a new breed of striker and inspired a fresh generation of footballer. His legacy lives on. The pupils of R9 will never forget: #Prasemprefenomeno.

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Performance Football Apparel

Corinthians Launch Nike 2019/20 Home Shirt Inspired By El Fenomeno

In celebration of El Fenomeno, Nike and Corinthians have launched the club’s 2019/20 home shirt, which honours the legacy of Ronaldo and the successful spell he had at the Brazilian club. And the homage doesn’t just stop at the shirt, with a new multi-sport court, named Arena Ronaldo, opening in the northern sector of the Corinthians Arena.

Performance Football Boots

Nike Launch the Mercurial Puro Fenomeno

The changing of the guard. The changing of a generation. A Brazilian baton of bespoke flair is passed on to Neymar as Nike serve up a signature Mercurial Puro Fenomeno – a boot inspired by the design worn by Ronaldo almost twenty years ago.

Design Art and Illustration

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Lifestyle Clothing

Prane Paris Launch Second 'Fenomeno One.of.One' Capsule

If you’re going to pay homage to one of the greatest players of all-time, then this is the way to do it. Prane Paris have launched a second collection dedicated to El Fenomeno, reworking and revamping six of Ronaldo’s team jerseys from his outstanding career.

Lifestyle Sneakers

Nike Air Max Mercurial R9 OG

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Design Miscellaneous

Customiser SWithADot Creates R9 Mercurial Nike Air Force 1

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News

Nike Are Bringing Back The Brazil 1998 R9 Jersey

Looks like Nike are set to raid the archive to bring back an absolute classic from jersey culture, with speculation mounting that the brand are preparing to re-release the iconic Brazil 1998 home jersey.