vNike has created a special pair of football boots exclusively for England striker Marcus Rashford, featuring a predominantly black color scheme. These boots hold great significance as they bear 40 messages contributed by elementary school students from the United Kingdom.

The unveiling of the unique all-black Nike Mercurial Marcus Rashford Boots coincided with Rashford’s British Royal MBE award. The sneakers are engraved with the words “I am the future of…” as a tribute to Black History Month, which is recognized annually in the US, Canada, and the UK to honor the contributions of the Black community to society.

Expressing his gratitude for the recognition, Rashford stated, “I am extremely honored to receive this award. As a black person, I did not expect to be honored in this category. This is a special moment for myself and my mother. We will continue to figҺt because this bаttle is far from over.”

The Nike Mercurial Superfly VII Rashford boots, based on the popular football boot model, feature a sleek all-black design adorned with messages from 40 children. These messages were responses to the prompt “I am the future of…” and serve as a representation of the collective aspirations of young minds.

The color choice of the boots also pays homage to Rashford’s journey through the Manchester United academy, where black boots are traditionally worn by young players. Additionally, an inspirational quote from the late boxing legend Muhammad Ali is engraved on the shoe laces, which reads: “Recognize how every moment of our journey is an important part of the growth of our soul.”

Rashford wore these special boots throughout October last year before generously donating them to children’s charities, including FareShare and the Trussell Trust. The project holds deep personal significance for Rashford, who views it as an opportunity to amplify the voices of milliоns of children in the UK and inspire the next generation.

Through his collaboration with Nike, Rashford aims to shine a spotlight on the dreams and aspirations of young individuals, symbolized by the messages written on his boots. He intends to carry their voices and proudly display their written messages on the shoes as he takes to the field, including during matches at Wembley Stadium.

The combination of the children’s featured quotes and Muhammad Ali’s inspiring words will serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of dreaming and supporting children in their pursuit of their aspirations. Rashford’s project reflects his dedication to bringing about positive change and providing a platform for young voices to be heard.