All-New Nike Phantom Venom 2019 Boots Released
Nike today released the all-new PhantomVNM football boot. The debut colorway of the Nike Phantom Venom 2019 soccer cleat is part of the 'Game Over' collection. The Nike PhantomVNM will hit stores on January 19 2019.
"My finishing is a balance between power and placement," says USWNT star Alex Morgan. "It depends where I am in the box, but I'd say my focus is usually 60/40 accuracy versus power.”
“We teamed up with our research lab to utilize a robotic leg to test strikes from a variety of angles with urethane injected ‘blades’ across the instep,” notes Jeongwoo Lee, Senior Design Director for Nike Football Footwear. “This enabled us to go deep statistically on the impact that the various blade iterations had on accuracy, elevation, power and spin. The lab data helped us land on the exact specifications of Precision Pwr strike zone built for finishers.”
The debut Nike Phantom Venom Elite soccer cleats introduce a vibrant and eye-catching look in orange and black, recalling memories of the iconic Total 90 line.
The all-new Nike Phantom Venom soccer boot replaces the Hypervenom Phantom 3.
Nike Phantom Venom Elite - Total Orange / Black
This is the all-new Nike Phantom Venom Elite boot in 'total orange' and black.
The debut Nike Phantom Venom Elite soccer boots, part of the 'Game Over' collection, are predominantly 'total orange' with contrasting black used for all key tech parts all over the boot.
There's a black line across the upper with 'Phantom VNM' written on its inside, with Nike interestingly using the same font as for the Phantom Vision. The two silos, Phantom Venom and Phantom Vision, will indeed be 'linked' through similarly styled colorways throughout the coming months.
On the instep of the orange Nike Phantom Venom soccer cleats we can see a distinct grip structure, which brings back memories of the iconic Nike Total 90 Laser, a boot that was discontinued in favor of the Hypervenom in 2013.
Nike Phantom Venom - Features
- Grip control zone on instep
- ACC (All Conditions Control) technology
- Partial lace cover
- Price: USD 250 (EUR 240, GBP 190)
- Release date: January 19, 2019
The PhantomVNM launches January 19 on nike.com The Nike Phantom Venom debuts as part of Nike's first 2019 football boot collection, 'Game Over'. The boots retail at €250.
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Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 CR7 "Gold Scorpion" Boots Released
Nike has officially released the limited-edition Mercurial Superfly 11 "Gold Scorpion" football boots to celebrate Cristiano Ronaldo's historic achievement. The Portuguese forward recently became the first player in history to score in six consecutive World Cups, prompting Nike to honor his legacy with this special release.
The Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 CR7 "Gold Scorpion" boots feature a striking gold upper accented with bold red details and a large white Swoosh. The design prominently displays "CR7" branding on the heel area, alongside the signature Superfly details. The golden aesthetic pays homage to Ronaldo's remarkable career and his latest World Cup scoring record.
Targeted at collectors and fans, the Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 "Gold Scorpion" is strictly limited to exactly 2,026 pairs worldwide, referencing the year of the tournament. The boots are available on the Nike SNKRS app starting June 24, 2026.
Nike Cristiano Ronaldo 'Gold' Mercurial Superfly RGN Boots Released
Nike has officially released the special edition Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN football boot to celebrate Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable 20-year career and his legacy on the international stage. The metallic gold and white boots commemorate his unprecedented achievement of scoring in six different World Cup tournaments.
Officially named the Nike Mercurial Superfly RGN SE FG, the boots feature a striking metallic gold base with white accents. Tech-wise, they are based on the latest Mercurial Superfly, incorporating a 3/4-length Air Zoom unit, Flywire support, and a tacky soft upper finish for optimal ball control.
The Cristiano Ronaldo Nike Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN boots are available from today, June 24, 2026, retailing at 300 USD.
Campobasso 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Revealed
Italian Serie C side Campobasso FC have officially unveiled their new Nike home, away, and third kits for the 2026-27 season.
They introduce designs based on teamwear but nicely customised by the team.
The home retains the classic stripes, the away comes with a navy vertical stripe, while the third is black and gold.
Good or Bad? Rexona Armpit Sponsorship on 2026 World Cup Referee Shirts
Update - Tuesday, June 23, 2026: Following our publication, Rexona contacted us to provide additional context on the activation.
According to Ben Curtis, Global Brand Vice President for Rexona at Unilever, the sponsorship is intended to highlight fourth officials, who "may not always be the focus of attention but are at the centre of some of football's most intense and anticipated moments," as part of Rexona's "It Won't Let You Down" campaign during the FIFA World Cup 2026. "They need to remain cool and calm under pressure - That's exactly why this partnership is such a natural fit for Rexona."
The 2026 World Cup referee shirts feature one of the most amusing and strategic sponsorship placements seen in football. Deodorant brand Rexona has their logo positioned directly under the armpits of the match officials' jerseys, creating a highly contextual advertising opportunity.
The Rexona logo remains largely hidden during regular play but becomes clearly visible whenever a referee raises their arms to signal a free kick, award a penalty, or issue a card. This placement perfectly matches the deodorant product being advertised, resulting in a memorable piece of marketing on the sport's biggest stage.
While this specific placement has caught the attention of fans during the 2026 tournament, it is not entirely unprecedented. A similar concept was previously executed in Brazil, where Avanço deodorant sponsored the armpits of Corinthians. However, Rexona's execution at a World Cup brings the clever concept to a massive global audience.
Adidas Al Qadsiah 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released - No More Nike
Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah has officially unveiled its new 2026-27 home and away kits, marking the beginning of their new partnership with adidas after switching from previous supplier Nike.
Revealed on June 23, 2026, the inaugural adidas strips feature simple, standard designs without bespoke detailing. The home kit is presented in the club's traditional red and yellow colors, while the away shirt offers a stylish white and red look.
FC Barcelona 26-27 Training Top Leaked
Images of the FC Barcelona 2026-27 training top have been leaked online by Barca kit collector @memorabilia1899.
