G-DRAGON’s PEACEMINUSONE and Nike Unveil the “Tigers of Asia” World Cup Collection

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When the drum beats, the wave rises. South Korean global icon G-DRAGON is officially bringing his creative genius to the beautiful game just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Through his PEACEMINUSONE label, the superstar has partnered with Nike and the Korea Football Association (KFA) to launch the “Tigers of Asia” collection. Designed to celebrate the ancient devotion and undeniable pulse of one of football’s most revered fandoms, the collaboration perfectly merges high-performance matchday specifications with an elevated, lifestyle-focused vision.

The “Tigers of Asia” capsule is a standout chapter in Nike’s ambitious “Unmatched Pre-Match” initiative—a massive seven-brand global crossover that sees fashion powerhouses designing pre-match gear for their respective home countries. For South Korea, G-Dragon has curated an apparel lineup that bridges the gap between global K-pop culture and the dynamic identity of the national team. The apparel is anchored by a predominantly black pre-match jersey that keeps things clean on the front while boasting a vibrant, chaotic print on the back. Fans can also expect a matching woven track jacket and a sleek, bespoke Nike Tech Fleece suit to complete the terrace-ready look.

However, the undeniable centerpiece of the collection lives in the footwear department. Enter the PEACEMINUSONE x Nike CryoShot. Jumping on the soaring “bloke core” trend, this highly conceptual silhouette takes a legendary football boot and adapts it for the pavement. G-Dragon chose to resurrect the beloved CTR360 Maestri II from 2010, completely overhauling the upper by swapping traditional synthetic performance materials for premium natural fibers.

The sneaker is dressed in a crisp “Natural” off-white shade, contrasted by striking “University Red” Swooshes. The true showstopper, however, is the CryoShot tooling: the shoe’s original cleat spikes are suspended inside a clear, flat rubber block, giving the illusion of a frozen football boot while providing a standard, comfortable sneaker fit for everyday wear.

Whether you are hitting the pitch or just looking to elevate your summer streetwear rotation, the “Tigers of Asia” collection proves that G-Dragon remains one of the most visionary collaborators in the Nike family. For those looking to secure the drop, early access is currently live via PeaceMinusOne.com and TheKFA. A wider global launch for both the apparel and the CryoShot footwear is officially scheduled to hit Nike SNKRS and select global retailers later this Summer.

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