Big Surprise and False Boots! EA Sports to Add Next-Gen Nike Hypervenom Phantom 3 Boots to FIFA 17
Jan 21, 2017, by Chris
Update: After there haven't been added any new Nike boots since almost five months to FIFA 17, Nike just totally surprisingly showed a video of FIFA 17 on Instagram featuring Edison Cavani scoring a goal wearing the next-gen Nike Hypervenom Phantom III soccer boots? However, while Cavani even scored two goals for PSG today wearing the high-cut Nike Hypervenom Phantom 3, Nike's FIFA 17 video showcases the striker wearing the false low-cut edition.
Nike Hypervenom Phantom III to Be Added in FIFA - Nike Showcases PSG Player Wearing 'False' Low-Cut Boots in FIFA 17 Video
Here is the video Nike published on their Instagram after the striker scored two goals.
There won't be any new Nike soccer boots added to FIFA 17 in the coming months, we can reveal. This means that players can't play with the latest Nike soccer cleats such as the next-generation Nike Hypervenom III in the most popular sports video game until the launch of FIFA 18 in Fall 2017.
Nike to Add No More New Nike Boots to FIFA 17
Close-up with the not very-new launch colorway of the Nike Magista Obra II in FIFA 17.
Naturally, it isn't a problem for EA Sports to add the latest football boot releases to the game as the publisher regularly demonstrates when they add the latest cleat releases of Adidas, Mizuno and Puma such as the brand-new evoPOWER Vigor. But the case with Nike is very different.
@angrynate where are all the new Nike boots for FIFA haven't seen an update in the catalogue in months
— Sir Psycho T (@SirPsychoT) December 12, 2016
If you didn't know it yet, EA has to sign a contract with each brand in order to be able to put their boots in the game. And even though the Swoosh and EA Sports collaborated earlier this season releasing a stunning limited edition Nike x EA Sports Mercurial Superfly football boot, the contract EA Sports signed with Nike does not allow them to add new colorways to the game this year, as a user in EA Sports forum has learned from an EA vendor. What does this mean for players of the game?
FIFA 17 players will not be able to play with Nike's latest boots until the launch of FIFA 18 unless Nike and EA Sports decide to do a favor for players and add the new cleats to the game.
Do you also despise FIFA and Nike for that as the users of EA's forum do? Do you think that this is a missed opportunity for the Swoosh because they only added one boot after the launch of the game (Nike Hypervenom Neymar x Jordan edition)? Drop us a line below.
Match Debut? Kylian Mbappé Back in On Boots Ahead of France vs Turkey
Kylian Mbappé has once again trained in prototype On football boots during France's camp ahead of their UEFA Nations League fixture against Turkey. Following the conclusion of his long-standing partnership with Nike and his high-profile move to the Swiss brand, the French forward has tested On LightSpray prototype cleats in training sessions. Despite testing the new boots behind the scenes and in training, Mbappé wore disguised, unbranded whiteout Nike Mercurial Superfly cleats for the first competitive match against Atlético, leaving his boot choice for the clash with Turkey as one of the key gear storylines to watch.
Official: Santos Announce Adidas Kit Deal From 2028
Santos FC and Adidas have officially confirmed a major agreement that will see the German sportswear giant become the club's official kit supplier starting in the 2028 season. The six-year partnership, running through 2033, marks the third collaboration between both parties following previous stints in 1980–1981 and 1984–1988. Long-time partner Umbro will continue to manufacture the team's kits until its current contract expires at the end of 2027, with Santos opting for Adidas due to expanded global marketing, superior commercial terms, and international distribution across approximately 120 Adidas flagship stores across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
Electrifying: Adidas Pokémon Megaride F50 "Pikachu" Shoes Released
As part of the Pokémon 30th anniversary collection, Adidas Originals has released an eye-catching hybrid sneaker that blends football heritage with retro running technology: the Pokémon x Adidas Megaride F50 "Pikachu". Merging the streamlined upper design inspired by the iconic 2004 F50 football boot with the open-tunnel bounce system of the 2000s Megaride runner, the pair pays direct homage to the franchise's most famous Electric-type Pokémon.
The sneaker features a predominantly black and dark carbon base energized by vibrant yellow accents. Striking yellow lightning bolt graphics surge across the upper with 3D haptic detailing, complemented by three sleek yellow stripes along the forefoot. At the rear, an embroidered Pikachu graphic sits on the heel counter just above a translucent yellow TPU plate, which flows smoothly into the distinctive yellow-accented Megaride cushioning pods.
Finished with collaborative Pokémon tongue badges and themed insoles, the Pokémon x Adidas Megaride F50 "Pikachu" officially dropped on September 24, 2026, with a retail price of $200. It is available through Adidas CONFIRMED and select retailers alongside other models from the milestone capsule.
Adidas Germany 2026 Farewell Kit Debuted on Pitch
Germany officially debuted their special edition Adidas farewell kit during their UEFA Nations League clash against the Netherlands. The release marks the final chapter of a legendary 72-year partnership between the German Football Association (DFB) and the Three Stripes, which began in 1954 and will officially come to an end on December 31, 2026, ahead of Nike taking over as technical supplier from 2027.
The tribute shirt features an elegant, predominantly black base decorated with vertical gold diamond pinstripes running down the front. Adidas has opted for the heritage Trefoil logo on the right chest alongside the classic DFB crest used between 1978 and 1996, both rendered in white. A retro-inspired crossover V-neck collar is trimmed in white and gold, mirrored on the sleeve cuffs, while a commemorative "1954" jock tag sits on the bottom hem to honor the historic year the partnership began.
Completed with black shorts and black socks featuring gold detailing, the on-pitch ensemble arrived just days after its official unveiling. Following its high-profile match debut, the Germany 2026 farewell jersey is scheduled to go on general sale via official Adidas channels starting September 26, 2026.
Nike Phantom 6 Haaland Chapter 5 Boots Revealed - Reactive Nike Hydra Upper
Through its partner stores, Nike has officially revealed Erling Haaland's fifth signature edition, the Nike Phantom 6 Haaland Chapter 5 from his Force of Nature collection. Finished in a Baltic Blue colorway with cloud-inspired graphics across the rear, the low-cut boot introduces Nike's Hydra treatment, which uses reactive white ink that vanishes when wet to uncover additional details of the graphic beneath. Engineered for lethal finishing in the 26-27 season, the boot combines a Gripknit upper with a Cyclone 360 soleplate and is scheduled to launch on October 1, 2026. Huge thanks to Pro Direct and Unisportsore for images and the video.
