A glossy throwback is on the way as Nike revisits one of its most recognizable indoor football designs for Spring 2026. This time, the Nike Total 90 III “Black/University Red” arrives in a sharp mix of black, white, and red that plays directly into the line’s early-2000s identity.
Bold black patent-like panels make their boldest statement on the upper. White accents are strategically placed to separate the shoe across the midfoot, fold-over tongue, Swoosh and chunky 90 logo. The contrast helps keep the design clean and legible while maintaining the menacing look that first made the original T90 indoor soccer shoe iconic.
The details do a lot of the work here. Quilted stitching runs across the forefoot, the tongue flap features total90III branding in red and black, and the heel adds another hit of University Red without crowding the design. Nike also keeps the tooling simple with a black low-profile sole and circular traction pattern underneath.
What makes this release work is its balance. Rather than overupdate the model, Nike lets the Total 90 sneaker stay close to its roots while making it feel wearable again in today’s retro football wave.
The Nike Total 90 SE “Black/University Red” is now available on Nike.com. Available in women sizing, the retail price tag is set at $135 USD.
Stay up to date with all upcoming sneaker releases from our Sneaker Release Dates page. Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
Nike Total 90 SE (W)
Color: Black/University Red-White
Style Code: IO2389-001
Release Date: March 26, 2026
Price: $135
