Closer Look | Neymar Shows Off Camouflaged Nike Hypervenom Boots
Nov 17, 2015, by Chris
Cristiano Ronaldo prefers a lower Dynamic Fit collar, Francesco Totti prefers a classic fold-over tongue, but FC Barcelona superstar Neymar didn't like his Nike Hypervenom Phantom Boots at all. We take a closer look at the upper, the tongue and the outsole of Neymar's completely customized Nike Hypervenom Phinish Boots after he debuted the boots last Saturday.
Update 17/11/15: Neymar has shown off his modified Nike Hypervenom Boots on Instagram yesterday. His new pictures confirms that he is using the same tongue as seen on the Nike Mercurial Vapor X Boots, while the upper features a smoother design than the regular version of the speed boot.
It was anything but a bad boot debut for Barcelona striker Neymar who scored four goals in a match for the first time since he joined the Catalan side. And while he previously laced up in the Nike Mercurial Vapor 10 Boots, the match against Rayo was his first match when he laced up in a completely customized version of the Nike Hypervenom.
Closer Look | Neymar Debuts Camouflgaed Nike Hypervenom Phinish Boots
Close-up picture of the Nike Hypervenom 'Neymar Edition'.
It's obvious that Neymar's Nike Hypervenom Boot is anything but a standard Nike Hypervenom Phinish. Whereas the Nike Hypervenom Phinish Cleats feature a distinctive stitching pattern in the forefoot area, Neymar's Nike Hypervenom Edition comes with a smooth Teijin upper design that reminds us of previous Nike Mercurial Boots used for the Nike Mercurial from the third to the eight generation. The only element that is rather similar to the Nike Hypervenom Phinish are the strings within the upper.
While the upper features at least the same design as the regular version of the Hyper Grape Nike Hypervenom Phinish, the tongue of Neymar's camouflage boot is black and not purple. And even though the pictures do not definitely reveal which tongue Neymar uses, it's most likely that it's the same tongue used for the Nike Mercurial Vapor X Cleats.
It's not a surprise anymore that the tongue is also completely modified for Neymar Jr. Whereas the Nike Hypervenom Boot features conical studs for rotational agility, Neymar's custom Nike Hypervenom Boots comes with bladed (triangular) studs. Like the upper, the concept for the stud configuration and design is borrowed from the Nike Mercurial, although we are not aware of any Nike Mercurial Boot generation with exactly the same sole plate.
What's a bit strange is that even the Swoosh on the sole plate of the Nike Hypervenom Neymar Boots is wrongly turned. This further showcases how fast Nike was forced to design and produce the modified Nike Hypervenom Boots after Neymar switched to the Nike Mercurial Cleats one month ago.
We would love to get our hands on the Nike Hypervenom 'Neymar Edition' to try them out. Do you think that Nike managed to hide that Neymar is not wearing the 'real' Nike Hypervenom Phinish? Let us know in the comments below.
Bradford City 26-27 Away Kit Released
Bradford City AFC has officially revealed its new 26-27 away kit, made by Macron. The release was confirmed by the club earlier today, with the new strip available to purchase immediately online and in-store starting July 8.
The Macron Bradford City 26-27 away shirt introduces a clean design with a geometric pattern running throughout the fabric. The predominantly white base is contrasted by distinct amber and claret trim, ensuring the club's traditional colors remain prominent on the collar and cuffs.
Fans have quickly noted the retro feel of the Macron Bradford City 26-27 away kit. The overall look serves as a nostalgic throwback to the Bradford City home shirt worn between 1978 and 1981, effectively blending historical inspiration with modern styling for the upcoming season.
Adidas Celebrates Messi and Argentina Following World Cup Comeback
Following Argentina's 3-2 comeback victory against Egypt in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Adidas Football has posted an image to celebrate Argentina & Lionel Messi. The brand posted a simple message featuring five goat emojis alongside their campaign hashtag #YouGotThis, acknowledging the captain's status as the Greatest of All Time.
The match was a rollercoaster for the defending champions, who found themselves trailing 2-0. Despite Messi missing a penalty in the first half, a late surge saw Argentina score three goals to win the game.
The post aligns with Adidas' ongoing Trionda campaign and their continuous support for the Argentine legend during the tournament. The timely reaction highlights the strong connection between the brand and one of their most iconic athletes on the global stage.
Inverness Caledonian Thistle 26-27 Away Kit Released
Scottish Championship side Invernesss Caledonian Thistle side have released their new away kit ahead of the 2026-27 season, made by their technical partner Macron.
The design is mainly gold with black sleeves and collar, featuring subtle floral pattern on the sleeves. Inside the neck lies an image of Loch Ness Monster - one of the region’s most recognisable symbols from all over the world.
What do you think of Inverness Caledonian Thistle 26-27 away kit? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Southend United 26-27 Goalkeeper Home/Away/Third Kits Released
National League side Southend United have presented their goalkeeper kit collection for 2026-27 season. They are made by Italian brand Errea and all feature bespoke designs.
The goalkeeper home kit use traditional green base with wavy lines inspired by the coastline of the city.
The goalkeeper away kit is in vibrant pink, with subtle graphic based on the city's most recognisable landmarks, the Royal Pavilion.
The goalkeeper third kit features outstanding abstract design that picture view of Southend's famous seafront.
What do you think of Southend United 26-27 goalkeeper kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Penybont FC 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Welsh club Penybont FC have officially unveiled the 2026-27 home and away kits. Made by Macron, they will accompany the club throughout the 2026-27 Cymru Premier season.
The home shirt stays true to the club's signature blue look, inspired by Penybont's 'Bont in Blue' identity. Meanwhile, the away shirt continues the club's traditional white colorway, offering a clean and classic look for the new season.
What do you think of Penybont FC's new 2026-27 kits? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
FC Wil 1900 26-27 Away Kit Revealed
Swiss Challenge League club FC Wil 1900 have officially unveiled the new 2026-27 away kit. Made by Adidas, it features a modern light blue look with white details on the shoulders and sleeves.
The light blue design symbolizes the journey of the club's young talents as they chase the horizon, reflecting FC Wil's youth development philosophy. The jersey also introduces new co-main sponsor GEBHARDT Fördertechnik, a German intralogistics specialist, whose partnership with the club runs for an initial two seasons.
What do you think of the new Wil 1900 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
De Graafschap 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Dutch club De Graafschap has officially unveiled its new home and away kits for the 2026-27 season. Made by Robey, the latest shirts will be worn by the team in the upcoming Eerste Divisie campaign.
The launch highlights the club's strong connection to its roots, featuring the local mottos Samen D'RAN, Veur Altied, and Achterhoekse Trots to celebrate their regional pride.
