Kylian Mbappé and Thierry Henry partner with On

Kylian Mbappé and Thierry Henry partner with On

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé and former French international Thierry Henry have joined forces with Swiss sportswear brand On in a major partnership that marks the company's first official move into the world of football.



As part of the collaboration, Henry has been appointed On's Director of Football, taking on a key role in helping the brand develop its presence and expertise within the sport. The former Arsenal and Barcelona forward, who has also managed at international and club level, brings extensive experience from both sides of the game.



Mbappé will work alongside On as the brand develops its football offering, with the partnership focused on combining elite-level football performance with On's reputation for innovation in sportswear and footwear. The collaboration is expected to explore new approaches to football products, performance technology and the experience of players both on and off the pitch.



For On, entering football represents a significant expansion beyond its established presence in running and other performance sports. The brand has built its reputation around lightweight footwear, innovative cushioning technology and a strong focus on athlete-driven product development, and football provides a new arena in which to apply that approach.



Mbappé said the opportunity to build something new was one of the key reasons he was drawn to the partnership: “From the beginning, what drew me to On was the opportunity to build something entirely new together that will help shape tomorrow's game.”



With one of football's biggest current stars and one of the sport's most recognisable former players involved, the partnership gives On a high-profile entry point into the global football market while bringing together Mbappé's experience as an elite player and Henry's extensive knowledge of the game.