Chelsea duo Lauren James and Naomi Girma front new Nike boot release after Lionesses and USWNT stars helped design fresh Tiempo and Mercurials to celebrate women's football

The new Nike United pack includes designs from three of the brand’s most iconic footwear franchises: Tiempo, Mercurial, and Phantom. The U.S. sports gear behemoth collaborated with six players from different countries and teams to create a unique football boot series.

Chelsea’s record signing and USWNT star Girma and Barcelona’s Patricia Guijarro are the ambassadors for the Tiempo line, known for its exceptional touch and versatility. Meanwhile, James and Barcelona’s Salma Paralluelo represent Mercurial, a boot built for speed and agility. The Phantom series, which prioritizes precision in passing and shooting, is showcased by Portland Thorns duo Sophia Wilson and Deyna Castellanos.

Beyond performance enhancements, the Nike United pack makes a bold fashion statement. The boots feature a purple and Volt colourway, symbolizing power and ambition, while also reflecting Nike’s history of pushing boundaries in football.

Another standout feature of the Nike United pack is its shattered glass pattern on the upper, symbolizing the breaking of barriers in women’s football. Each boot also carries the athletes’ names alongside the Nike United logo, while a custom sock liner pays tribute to all six players involved.

Girma, one of the Tiempo ambassadors, highlighted the impact of the collection on the women’s football movement.

“Being a part of this boom and just making people respect women’s sports is exciting,” she said. “When we’re done, it’s going to be even better for the next generation.”

The Nike United pack launched on February 5, with fans able to purchase the boots via nike.com and selected retail stores. Girma and James may be seen wearing their respective new boots for the first time when Chelsea face West Ham in the semi-finals of the Women's League Cup on Wednesday night.