Blackout Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 Academy Pack Boots Released
Sep 22, 2015, by Chris
This is anything but expected. Nike this morning released an Academy Pack version of the Nike Hypervenom Phantom II Football Boots. The blackout Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 Cleats are available from September 22, 2015, 9 AM CET in Europe.
On September 22, Nike also re-launched the Nike Magista Obra and Opus, Nike Mercurial Superfly and Vapor as well as the Nike Tiempo Legend V Academy Pack Boots, part of the new Nike 2015-2016 Academy Pack Boots Collection.
Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 Academy Pack Blackout
This is the black-out Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 Academy Pack Boot.
The black-out Nike Hypervenom Phantom II Academy Pack Soccer Cleats introduce a stealth look for the second generation of the Nike Hypervenom.
While the other Nike Academy Pack Cleats feature bright pop-up colors on the sole plate, the Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 Academy Pack 2015-2016 Boots boast a completely blackout look.
Tech-wise, the Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 2015-2016 Academy Pack Football Boots offer the same features as the regular version of the Nike Hypervenom Phantom II. Made for ultimate agility and a lockdown fit, the Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 features the trademark Dynamic Fit collar and a NikeSkin upper with Flywire strings.
It's logical that Nike didn't re-launch the original Nike Hypervenom Phantom I Academy Pack Boots, while the US-giant didn't launch a low-cut version of the Nike Hypervenom Academy Pack (Nike Hypervenom Phinish).
The Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 Academy Pack Boots retail at the same price as the regular colorways (275 Euro, 275 USD, 230 GBP) and will be available from September 22 at selected retailers in Europe, while Nike didn't announced a US release date for the relaunched Academy Pack yet.
Back to black. Will you get your hands on the blackout Nike Hypervenom Phantom 2 Academy Pack Soccer Boots? Let us know in the comments section below.
Adidas Argentina Messi Farewell Kit Teased
Adidas and the Argentine Football Association have teased a special-edition commemorative jersey celebrating Lionel Messi for his final appearance with the national team. Following the announcement of his retirement from international duty after a legendary career spanning 207 caps and 125 goals, Messi is set to wear the bespoke design in his farewell match against Benin at the Estadio Monumental on October 6, 2026.
The unique kit departs from the traditional striping format, opting for a sky-blue base accented by a single broad white central stripe. Tonal rays inspired by the Sun of May radiate across the front and back of the torso. In a rare personal touch, Messi's signature 'M' logo replaces the traditional Adidas performance logo on the right chest in metallic gold, balanced by the gold-accented three-star Argentina crest on the left. The crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs are finished in black with sleek gold edging.
On the reverse, the shirt features gold 'MESSI 10' printing framed by the radiant sunburst motif, topped by a small Sun of May emblem just below the rear collar. Messi previewed the shirt on social media with the message "One last match... A jersey for a lifetime," offering a fitting tribute as he prepares to close his historic international chapter.
