Nike Mints An Air Max Plus For France Ahead Of The World Cup

Part of a larger collection of club-inspired lifestyle releases.

Andrew Rizzo March 23rd, 2026 (updated)

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We’re continuing to uncover Nike lifestyle sneakers inspired by national football teams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following an Air Force 1 “USA” and multiple styles alluding to Mexico, we’re now taking a trip across the pond with an Air Max Plus for France.

Sean McDowell’s Air Max Plus is insanely popular in France, which explains why Nike has released more than a few Paris and France-themed TN styles in the past (including a few projects with Paris Saint-Germain). It’s no surprise that the two-time World Cup champs are getting special attention from the Swoosh ahead of this year’s tournament, especially considering French footballer Kylian Mbappé is one of Nike’s biggest global stars. The sneaker mirrors the French home kit with a Blackened Blue/Game Royal colorway, complemented by Metallic Copper on the Swoosh, midfoot plate, and rooster emblem over the tongue.

France fans should be able to cop these soon; these just dropped on nike.com for $190.

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Mens Nike Air Max Plus "French Football Federation"

SKU: IQ0170-400

RETAIL PRICE: $190

RELEASE DATE: Mar 23, 2026

US 03/23/2026 Monday

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Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.