Summary
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UMA and London-based designer Priya Ahluwalia have unveiled their second collaborative collection, drawing deep inspiration from African football culture ahead of the World Cup
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The capsule reworks archival silhouettes like the V-S1 slip-on and the T7 tracksuit, utilizing vibrant pan-African palettes, custom graphics, and recycled fibers
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The collection officially drops today, April 21, 2026, exclusively at the PUMA London Flagship and Ahluwalia.world, with a wider release at select stockists following on April 22
London-based designer Priya Ahluwalia and global sportswear giant PUMA are teaming up once again. For their highly anticipated second collaborative drop, the duo is delivering a profound love letter to African football culture. Merging Ahluwalia’s rich Indian-Nigerian heritage with PUMA’s iconic athletic DNA, the new capsule captures the unparalleled passion, everyday street style, and cultural collectivism shaped by the sport across the African continent.
Inspired by the vibrant fan cultures of nations like Morocco and Nigeria, Ahluwalia dove deep into the PUMA archives to reinterpret classic silhouettes. The iconic T7 tracksuit has been beautifully reworked, featuring a distinct, custom all-over print that abstractly evokes the energy of a stadium filled with cheering fans. Another standout is the textured knit T7 top and matching skirt, which pay homage to the rich green of the Nigerian flag and utilize signature wave patterns that nod directly to the classic PUMA Formstrip.
Anchoring the collection is a bold return of the PUMA V-S1. The streamlined, laceless footwear silhouette—originally inspired by the brand’s early-2000s "velocity" family of boots—arrives in two distinct colorways: a vibrant pan-African palette of red, yellow, black, and green, alongside a more understated grey and black edition. Rounding out the drop are striking accessories and tops, including a graphic gradient polo, a textured black baseball cap with a subtle Ahluwalia badge, and a premium Micro Grip Bag.
Emphasizing a mutual commitment to responsible, forward-thinking innovation, Ahluwalia worked closely with PUMA's development team to produce the collection largely using recycled fibers. To bring this vivid story to life, the brands shot a stunning visual campaign and narrative short film against the sun-bleached walls and sand-dusted streets of Morocco, perfectly encapsulating football as a universal unifier.
Whether you are hitting the pitch or elevating your everyday rotation, this collaboration delivers a rich, cultural statement that bridges borders. The PUMA x Ahluwalia collection officially launches today, April 21, 2026, exclusively at the PUMA London Flagship Store and online at Ahluwalia.world. Fans who miss the initial drop can look forward to a wider release at select PUMA stockists tomorrow, April 22.
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