Hazard Trains in Next-Gen Nike Mercurial Vapor 12 Elite 2018 World Cup Prototype Boots
Aug 15, 2017, by Chris
Chelsea's Eden Hazard returned to training for the first time since injuring his ankle on international duty today wearing a pair of upcoming Nike 2018 World Cup soccer cleats.
Even though the pictures of Hazard's new blackout boots are very fuzzy and out of focus, it is nevertheless possible to say that he trained in the next-generation Nike Mercurial Vapor XII football boots as his cleats are the same as those Neymar wore some months ago.
Eden Hazard Trains in Blackout Mercurial Vapor XII Elite Football Boots
Close-up with Eden Hazard's boots.
The pictures of Eden Hazard's blackout boots reveal not very much new about the Nike Mercurial Vapor 12 boots, which were already spotted on Neymar's feet four months ago. The next-generation Nike Mercurial Vapor 2018 World Cup boot is very likely Nike's first-ever knitted Mercurial Vapor and the first Vapor with a mid-cut collar.
While the exact tech specifications are not known yet, it is already certain that the Nike Mercurial Vapor will receive an updated name in 2018. While the current high-end low-cut Mercurial is called Mercurial Vapor XI, the next-generation Nike Mercurial Vapor will be called Mercurial Vapor XII Elite (Check out Nike's full 2018 World Cup boot line-up).
What's your first verdict on the next-gen Nike Mercurial Vapor football boot? Do you look forward to find out more about Nike's next-generation Mercurial soccer boots? Let us know in the comments below.
Newcastle United 26-27 Goalkeeper Away Kit Leaked - Accidentally Sent Out by JD Sports
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The Newcastle United 26-27 goalkeeper away jersey features a simple design, combining a sky blue base with dark logos and accents. It has the same retro crest that is also present on the club's 2026-2027 away shirt, which it is set to be released alongside.
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Manchester United 26-27 Away Kit Leaked - 14 Official Images
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Mbappé previously featured on the covers of FIFA 21, FIFA 22, and FIFA 23 before the series transitioned to the EA Sports FC branding.
The official cover image showcases Mbappe prominently, generating significant excitement among fans ahead of the game's expected release around September. Following this initial cover reveal, EA Sports has scheduled a full official reveal event for July 23, where fans can expect to see the first detailed footage and learn about new features coming to the FC 27 title.
Sparta Prague 26-27 Away Kit Released - Trefoil
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Motherwell 26-27 Away Kit Released
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