Say Goodbye - Here is The Full History & All Colorways of The Nike Hypervenom Football Boot Ever
Dec 27, 2018, by Chris
After around five and a half year, Nike will replace the Nike Hypervenom Phantom boots in favor of the all-new Nike Phantom VNM. Let's take an in-depth look at the history of the Nike Hypervenom football boot, including all colorways and special editions ever launched.
First-Gen Nike Hypervenom Phantom - 2013-2015
The Nike Hypervenom football boots were launched in 2013 by Neymar in a orange and black. The successor of the Nike Total 90, the Nike Hypervenom Phantom 1 featured an all-new upper created using a new NIKESKIN system. This execution of NIKESKIN features a soft, supple mesh bound with a thin polyurethane film, and is finished off with Nike All Conditions Control technology (ACC) to provide the same level of foot-to-ball control in both wet and dry conditions.
The Nike Hypervenom Phantom I proofed to be extremely popular amongst players and quickly became one of the most sought after boots on the market. Today, the boot is regarded as one of the best-ever soccer cleats not only by Nike but by all brands.
Nike released at least 18 different editions for the first-generation Nike Hypervenom football boot.
Nike Hypervenom Phantom II - 2015 - EURO 2016
Introduced as the successor of one of the possibly best-ever Nike soccer shoes ever (first-generation Nike Hypervenom), the second-gen Nike Hypervenom Phantom II was the first to feature a Dynamic Fit collar.
However, the Nike Hypervenom 2 could not nearly reach the same status as the Nike Hypervenom 1. The second generation of the Hypervenom was overshadowed by the redesigned upper, which was deemed as too stiff and requiring too long to break in by many. Neymar, the most important player wearing the model, received camouflaged boots - based on the Mercurial but disguised to look like the Hypervenom.
The Nike Hypervenom Phantom II was launched in an eye-catching the Wolf Grey / Total Orange paint job.
Because of the problems with the upper, Nike released an updated version of the Nike Hypervenom Phantom II with first-gen esque upper, dubbed the Nike Hypervenom 2.5 by many.
Nike Hypervenom Phantom II - EURO 2016 - December 2016 (New Version With First-Gen Upper)
The updated version of the Nike Hypervenom Phantom II was released ahead of the EURO 2016 in France in a fresh Volt and blue colorway. The updated Hypervenom was released in 9 different colors in total.
Nike Hypervenom Phantom III - 2016-2018
A quite radical change to previous generation that were optimized for agility, the Nike Hypervenom 3 football boots were designed to do two things above all else: cut and strike. Having goal scoring in mind, the Nike Hypervenom underwent a radical makeover that includes a shift to Flyknit and the introduction of a new plate.
“This is a finisher’s boot,” explains Max Blau, VP of Nike Football Footwear. “Every component of this boot was built for goals.”
The Nike Hypervenom Phantom III was launched in a striking Poison Green/Hyper Orange colorway and received very different colorway during its lifetime. It should be the last generation of the Nike Hypervenom.
Nike Phantom Venom - 2019 - ?
The successor of the Nike Hypervenom is the Nike Phantom Venom football boot. Designed for the modern striker and reminding many of the Nike Total 90, the Nike Phantom Venom football boot will be headlined by the same players as the Nike Hypervenom - Lewandowski, Cavani, Icardi, Aubameyang & others.
Will you miss the Nike Hypervenom football boot line? What's your all-time favorite Nike Hypervenom edition? Let us know in the comments below.
FC Barcelona 26-27 Sant Jordi Fourth Kit Leaked in Real Life
New real-life images of FC Barcelona's upcoming 26-27 special fourth kit have been shared by michaelemilio_, providing the best look yet at the physical jersey. Dedicated to Sant Jordi (Saint George), the patron saint of Catalonia, the shirt breaks away from the club's traditional yellow Senyera designs in favor of an elegant flat opal and light beige base, dominated by a large maroon St. George's cross across the torso.
Inside the collar sits a printed maroon rose emblem, the historic symbol of the Diada de Sant Jordi, accompanied by a small Catalan flag detail at the back of the neck. The leaked shirt is printed with young midfielder Xavi Espart's name and squad number 36 in navy with red outlines.
The complete uniform will be paired with dark navy shorts and socks. As standard for FC Barcelona's cup competitions and European fixtures, the jersey will feature the club's custom cup lettering rather than the standardized La Liga font.
The Nike FC Barcelona 26-27 Sant Jordi fourth kit capsule is scheduled to officially launch in January 2027.
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Girondins Bordeaux 26-27 Home Kit Released
FC Girondins de Bordeaux and Hummel have officially unveiled the club's new home kit for the 26-27 campaign. Continuing the partnership that began last season, the Danish sportswear brand delivers a clean, heritage-focused look designed around the club's traditional identity.
The Bordeaux 26-27 home shirt is predominantly dark navy, centered around the iconic white scapular across the upper chest. A retro-styled white polo collar with a crossover V-neck and contrasting white sleeve cuffs complement the classic aesthetic. Adding depth to the navy base is a subtle tone-on-tone geometric pattern featuring a diamond grid interwoven with the three interlaced crescents from the city of Bordeaux's coat of arms.
Hummel completes the jersey with its signature white chevrons running along the shoulders, alongside the Hummel wordmark and the club's crest displayed on the chest. Navy shorts and socks complete the full 26-27 home kit.
Chelsea 26-27 Third Kit Spotted for Sale
Chelsea's new 26-27 third kit has been spotted on retail shelves and has now begun appearing across select Nike online stores, providing a full look at the retro-infused design ahead of its formal club launch. Following initial leaks over the past week, the shirt has already surfaced in both player-issue and replica versions in multiple locations. Big thanks to @batsflip.
In-store displays show the kit equipped with the USDC by Circle front-of-shirt sponsor and the gold FIFA Club World Champions crest positioned centrally between the Nike swoosh and the club badge. Clean, sponsorless editions have also appeared on official retail channels, complemented by matching white shorts and socks.
Stade de Reims 26-27 Third Kit Released - Celebrating 100 Years of Circuit de Gueux
Puma and Stade de Reims have officially unveiled the club's new third shirt for the 26-27 campaign. The design serves as a tribute to the historic Circuit de Gueux racing track located just outside the city, marking the 100th anniversary of its opening in 1926.
The Puma Stade de Reims 26-27 third jersey is predominantly black, accented by curved light grey brush-stroke graphics across the body that resemble skid marks on asphalt. A contrasting grey V-neck collar, matching cuffs, and grey side panels complete the frame, while the club crest, manufacturer branding, and sponsor prints appear in clean monochrome white.
A standout finishing touch can be found at the lower hem in the form of a special commemorative jock tag. The badge features the Circuit de Gueux layout, the French tricolor, a checkered flag motif, and the inscription "100 ANS 1926-2026". The new third kit is available through the club's official webshop.
