Revolutionary | Next-Gen Nike Mercurial 2026 Boots Teased - Superfly & Vapor Different Boots Again
- Nike Mercurial 2026 Boots Teased: Nike has teased the next-generation Nike Mercurial 2026 boots, featuring the Superfly 11 and Vapor 17 silos, with Kylian Mbappé in the campaign.
- Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Features: The Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 returns to a low-cut collar for the first time since 2014 and includes a FlyWeave Ultra upper, forefoot Air Zoom unit, and ZoomX foam sockliner, built for explosive acceleration.
- Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Features: The Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 is the lightest Mercurial in history, featuring an Atomknit upper, an all-new FlyLite plate, and rounded chevron studs, designed for speed and responsiveness.
Update - May 25, 2026: After the leaked images, Nike has finally teased the first official images of the next-generation Nike Mercurial 2026 boots, featuring the two silos Superfly 11 and Vapor 17, with Kylian Mbappé appearing in the campaign.
Update - Mar 21, 2026: @boot_meister has brought us six new images of the next-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 shoes, featuring an ultra-thin upper-even light can pass through it.
The Nike Mercurial Vapor and Superfly are going to be fundamentally different boots again from the 2026 World Cup and the next-gen launch, with distinct materials and tech after years of being largely the same. We first revealed this in November 2025, and now the leak confirms it.
Nike Mercurial Soccer Cleats
Superfly & Vapor - the collar of the Superfly is gone, and both cleats have different tech again.
The next-generation Mercurial Superfly 11 and Vapor 17 boots mark the biggest changes to the speed boot line in over a decade. Both versions have different tech again, after sharing the exact same features except for the collar height for 10 years.
Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 2026 Soccer Cleats
Here are the new Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 football boots.
The Nike Mercurial Superfly XI 2026 soccer cleats return to a low-cut collar for the first time since 2014, marking the end of Nike's Dynamic Fit collar era on the Superfly.
Also, for the first time ever, the Nike Mercurial Superfly 2026 football boot features a new FlyWeave Ultra upper designed to provide a contained yet thin touch on the ball.
Nike has upgraded the responsiveness with a forefoot Air Zoom unit built for long-sprint acceleration. The Air Zoom chamber now includes three additional studs for improved traction during explosive movements. A ZoomX foam sockliner has been added to deliver extra energy return with each step.
The first leaked Nike Mercurial Superfly 2026 soccer boots have a vibrant pink-to-white gradient - the colorway is similar to the Euro 2012 edition.
The Mercurial Superfly XI is engineered for explosive acceleration and lockdown, targeting players who rely on pace and agility. The removal of the collar represents a major shift in Nike's speed boot philosophy after more than a decade of Dynamic Fit technology.
Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 - Features
- FlyWeave Ultra upper for a contained yet thin touch
- Forefoot Air Zoom unit for long-sprint responsiveness
- Three additional studs on the Air Zoom chamber for improved traction
- Low-cut collar returning for the first time since 2014
- ZoomX foam sockliner for added energy return
- Built for explosive acceleration and lockdown
- Price: around $300
- Release date: May 2026
Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Soccer Cleats
The Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 football boots are all about speed - they are the lightest Mercurial in history. To achieve this, they introduce several key innovations focused on reducing weight while maintaining performance.
Concretely, the Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 soccer boots feature an Atomknit upper providing a lightweight, close-to-ball feel. Nike has developed an all-new FlyLite plate that is both thinner and stronger than previous versions, contributing to the boot's featherweight construction.
According to the leaked specifications, the Vapor 17 is 20% lighter than the previous Vapor generation, representing a significant reduction in weight. The soleplate uses rounded chevron studs designed for faster cuts and directional changes, optimizing traction for explosive speed.
The entire design philosophy centers on speed and responsiveness, pushing the boundaries of how light a performance football boot can be while delivering the precision and touch expected from the Mercurial line.
Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 – Features
- Lightest Mercurial in history
- Atomknit upper for a lightweight, close-to-ball feel
- All-new FlyLite, thinner and stronger than previous versions
- 20% lighter than the previous Vapor generation
- Rounded chevron studs for faster cuts and directional changes
- Featherweight construction focused on speed and responsiveness
The new Mercurial Superfly XI/Vapor XVII soccer boots from Nike are set to be available from May 2026.
What do you think of the collar-free design for the Mercurial Superfly 2026? Do you like the Vapor 17, the lightest in history of the silo? Let us know in the comments below, and have a look at the Boot Calendar for all Nike football boot releases and leaks.
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Barcelona Releases Limited LaLiga Victory Box for 2025-26 Season
Barcelona has launched a limited edition LaLiga Victory Box to mark the club's 2025-26 title success. Priced at €499.99, the collection is sold exclusively through the official Barça store and is capped at 1,000 units total across available sizes.
Each box contains a player edition 2025-26 home jersey featuring a special commemorative LaLiga champions inscription, an official champions t-shirt, a numbered victory scarf, and a random limited Panini Instant card. The cards include rare parallels, with only 25 units across the run signed by players including Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Lewandowski, Pedri, and Gavi.
The release follows Barcelona's league triumph in the 2025-26 campaign. Orders are now open with shipping in approximately two weeks. Would you purchase one of these boxes? Let us know in the comments.
Colo-Colo 26-27 Retro Lifestyle Kit Leaked
Kit tracker Kamil Berberler has posted details of a Colo-Colo x adidas Originals Collection long sleeve jersey. The image has been recreated with the FIFA Kit Creator tool.
The Adidas Originals Colo-Colo 2026 jersey is based on the streamlined template, in a no-nonsense black and white colorway. It has a black base with contrasting white logos.
Coritiba 26-27 Away Kit Released
Coritiba has officially revealed its new away jersey for the 2026-27 season. Produced by Diadora, the shirt known as the Jogadeira draws inspiration from the nighttime landscape of Curitiba, reflecting urban lighting, traditional architecture, and the club's deep roots in the city through the 'Curitiba é Coritiba' campaign.
The design emphasizes a dark green base with thinner white vertical stripes for a more contemporary look. It features a white polo collar with matching accents on the shoulders, sleeves, and cuffs. The club crest is on the left chest and the Diadora logo appears in white on the right. A custom jacquard pattern references historic republican posts along Rua XV de Novembro, connected to the 'Pelo Mundo Vai Brilhar' theme.
White shorts and green socks round out the kit. It is now available at official Coxa Store locations and online.
What do you think of the new Coritiba away shirt? Let us know in the comments.
Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 30th Anniversary 26-27 Home Kit Released
Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo have announced their new home kit for the 2026-27 season made by Mizuno. The shirt celebrates the club's 30th anniversary and is set to be worn in all official matches throughout the campaign.
The design retains the team's traditional red and black vertical stripes but incorporates a starry sky pattern between them, drawing from the Hokkaido prefecture flag. It also features a special centered 30th anniversary badge marking the milestone.
The kit supports the club's push for promotion back to the J1 League.
What do you think of the new Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 2026-27 home kit? Let us know in the comments.
France 2026 World Cup Numbers Announced
France head coach Didier Deschamps has officially announced his 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Following the announcement, the French Football Federation (FFF) has also revealed the official squad numbers that the Les Bleus will wear during the tournament.
The squad features a blend of experienced veterans and exciting young talent. As expected, superstar Kylian Mbappé will wear the iconic number 10 shirt, while Antoine Griezmann's former number 7 has been given to Ousmane Dembélé.
Here is the complete list of the France squad and their official numbers for the 2026 World Cup:
Goalkeepers
1 – Brice Samba (Rennes)
16 – Mike Maignan (AC Milan)
23 – Robin Risser (Lens)
Defenders
2 – Malo Gusto (Chelsea)
3 – Lucas Digne (Aston Villa)
4 – Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich)
5 – Jules Koundé (Barcelona)
15 – Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool)
17 – William Saliba (Arsenal)
19 – Theo Hernandez (Al Hilal)
21 – Lucas Hernandez (PSG)
26 – Maxence Lacroix (Crystal Palace)
Midfielders
6 – Manu Koné (AS Roma)
8 – Aurélien Tchouaméni (Real Madrid)
13 – N'Golo Kanté (Fenerbahçe)
14 – Adrien Rabiot (AC Milan)
18 – Warren Zaïre-Emery (PSG)
Forwards
7 – Ousmane Dembélé (PSG)
9 – Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan)
10 – Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
11 – Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
12 – Bradley Barcola (PSG)
20 – Désiré Doué (PSG)
22 – Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
24 – Rayan Cherki (Manchester City)
25 – Maghnes Akliouche (Monaco)
France, drawn into Group I, will face Iraq, Norway, and Senegal in the group stage as they aim for their third World Cup title.
Red Star Belgrade 2026-27 Home Kit Revealed
Red Star Belgrade have unveiled their new home kit for the 2026-27 season, produced by Macron. The shirt keeps the club's traditional red and white vertical stripes but in a narrower format.
The design includes a knitted polo collar with white detailing and gold accents inside the collar and on the hem. A tone-on-tone sublimated graphic inspired by the topographical map of Belgrade runs across the chest, sleeves and lower back.
The Red Star Belgrade crest sits on the left chest alongside the Macron logo. The kit is due to feature in the Serbian SuperLiga and was shown to fans at an event in the city on May 22.
What do you think of the new Red Star Belgrade 2026-27 home kit? Let us know in the comments.
