All-New Nike Phantom Venom - Tech, Colorways, Players, Price, Release Date
After the 2018 World Cup, Nike introduced the all-new Nike Phantom Vision football boot, replacing the Magista. In early 2019, Nike will release the next totally new boot silo - the Nike Phantom VNM. We take a look at all what is known about the Nike Phantom VNM so far.
The Nike Phantom VNM soccer cleat will replace the Nike Hypervenom boot silo. The Nike Phantom VNM boot has been worn by the likes of Marcus Rashford and Willian in training recently.
Nike Phantom VNM Soccer Cleats
The Nike Phantom VNM football boot is made for the modern striker featuring various elements that will be an exclusive feature of the cleats. They have a lace cover, rubber elements and an asymmetrical lacing system.
The Nike Phantom VNM football boot have an upper that combines knit materials with rubber elements for both ultimate comfort and power / touch / control.
The sole plate of the cleats is similar to the plate of the Nike Hypervenom Phantom III.
The Nike Phantom VNM will be released only as low-cut boot, similar to the Nike Phantom VNM (only as mid-cut version).
All in all, it can be said that the Nike Phantom VNM is a boot that merges the best of the Nike Total 90 and Nike Hypervenom.
Nike Phantom VNM - Tech Facts
- Rubber T90-esque shooting elements
- Knit upper with synthetic finishing
- Laces partly covered
- Sole plate with a triangular studs
Nike Phantom VNM - Players
Replacing the Nike Hypervenom football boot, the Nike Phantom Venom will be headlined by the same players, mainly strikers - Lewandowki, Cavani, Rashford and Co. Some players such as Willian (currently Nike Mercurial) are also intended to wear the boots.
Nike Phantom VNM - First Colorways
The first Nike Phantom VNM football boot will be released in an orange, black and white colorway, which reminds us of the some iconic Nike T90 colorways. In the first weeks after the launch, Nike will release a black / gold - Black Lux, the Strike Night edition. In April 2019, the Swoosh will bring out a blue / white paint job.
Launch Colorway - February 2019
Black Lux Edition - February 2019
Strike Night Edition - March 2019
Blue / White Colorway - April 2019
Nike Phantom VNM - Release Date
The Nike Phantom VNM boots will be released in late January 2019 / early February 2019 in the orange and black colorway.
Nike Phantom VNM - Price
The all-new Nike Phantom VNM football boot is expected to retail at the same price as the Nike Phantom VSN - 275 USD.
Do you look forward to the Nike Phantom VNM football boots? Let us know in the comments below.
FC Barcelona to Launch 26-27 Home Kit in Early July
FC Barcelona and Nike have officially agreed to schedule the launch of their 2026-2027 home kit for early July. According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, the club made this strategic decision because the current 25-26 jerseys are still generating massive sales figures following a highly successful campaign.
Following the home release, the highly anticipated away kit is scheduled to launch in late July, just in time to debut during the squad's pre-season tour. This secondary strip will introduce a striking black and purple colorway and is confirmed to be released under Nike's special Kobe Bryant sub-label. The club's 26-27 wardrobe will then be completed in the second half of August with the official launch of a fresh turquoise green third kit.
While fans wait for the new collection, current shirt sales continue to soar at the official stadium store, with Lamine Yamal comfortably topping the charts ahead of departed club legend Robert Lewandowski.
Which of the three upcoming Barcelona 26-27 designs are you most excited to purchase? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Toronto Police Seize Record 16,000+ Counterfeit Shirts Worth CA$3.5M
Toronto police have carried out the largest seizure of counterfeit soccer jerseys in Canadian history, recovering more than 16,000 fake items with FIFA, Nike, Adidas and Puma branding, as well as flags and two counterfeit FIFA World Cup trophies. The haul has an estimated street value of CA$3.5 million and includes replicas of Team Canada, Argentina, Portugal and Croatia kits. Two suspects, 41-year-old Ramy Jaber and 62-year-old Walid Sarhan, were arrested after police acted on a tip about a Mississauga warehouse and executed a search warrant.
The pair allegedly supplied the fraudulent merchandise to retail stores through a legitimate trading company, with customers charged full price under the impression they were buying authentic products. Some NFL jerseys were also recovered in the operation.
Story via @PhilPerkinsCP24.
Spain Confirm 2026 World Cup Squad Numbers
Spain have confirmed the squad numbers for their 26 players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Coach Luis de la Fuente's team will wear these numbers throughout the tournament as they aim for a second title, opening against Cabo Verde on June 15 in Atlanta.
The confirmed numbers are:
1: David Raya
2: Marc Pubill
3: Alejandro Grimaldo
4: Eric García
5: Marcos Llorente
6: Mikel Merino
7: Ferran Torres
8: Fabián Ruiz
9: Gavi
10: Dani Olmo
11: Yeremy Pino
12: Pedro Porro
13: Joan García
14: Aymeric Laporte
15: Álex Baena
16: Rodri
17: Nico Williams
18: Martín Zubimendi
19: Lamine Yamal
20: Pedri
21: Mikel Oyarzabal
22: Pau Cubarsí
23: Unai Simón
24: Marc Cucurella
25: Víctor Muñoz
26: Borja Iglesias.
Bursaspor 26-27 Kits Released - Massive Five-Kit Collection by New Balance
Turkish club Bursaspor and technical sponsor New Balance have yet again gone all out for the 2026-2027 season, officially releasing an extensive collection of five distinct kit designs at once.
The collection heavily explores Bursaspor's iconic green and white color palette through four different primary patterns. The drop includes a horizontal and a vertical striped shirt, a sleek dark green option with thin white pinstripes, a striking half-and-half design, as well as a sleek cream and green kit.
With such a wide variety of designs to choose from, which of the five new New Balance Bursaspor 26-27 kits is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below.