Strapless Nike Mercurial Gloves Sold for $20 - Have They Taken Off AT ALL?
Apr 16, 2019, by Pat
A few days ago, the excellent @the_mad_cleater account on Instagram shared a very interesting image. It shows two pairs of Nike's high-end Mercurial Touch goalkeeper gloves, which have a RRP of $150, being sold at an outlet for a measly $20. It's not strange to see heavy discounts at such places, but a near 90% discount is pretty unique to say the least.
The strapless gloves, the first of their kind from Nike, have generated controversy ever since they debuted last year. And this new picture seems to prove what everybody had been suspecting: they aren't selling well in the slightest.
Besides the incredibly steep price point, the main issue people had with the Mercurial Touch gloves early was the fact that they had durability issues. Back in June 2018, a picture shared by Alberto Ruiz showed one of the gloves that seemingly tore apart very easily and probably damaged its dubious reputation beyond repair. Another big problem is that Nike's signed goalkeeper aren't wearing the strapless gloves but instead all opted for more conservative options from the Nike Goalkeeping lineup, such as Vapor Grip or Premier SGT.
Even after all that, Nike are not ready to give up on the concept just yet. The new, second generation of the Mercurial Touch goalkeeper gloves will be launched this summer, and Nike will be hoping that they will have more of an actual impact this time.
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Como 1907 Officially Reveal 26-27 Away Kit
Como 1907 has officially unveiled its new 26-27 away kit, produced by Adidas. The official announcement follows an early leak when midfielder Lucas Da Cunha was spotted wearing the shirt while signing autographs during the club's pre-season trip in the United Kingdom.
The Adidas Como 26-27 away jersey features a white base paired with dark blue details across the collar, sleeve cuffs, and classic three stripes on the shoulders. Giving the shirt a retro feel, it features the iconic Adidas Trefoil logo on the right chest opposite the club's crest, with Revolut taking position as the main front sponsor.
Set to make its debut in a pre-season fixture against Arsenal, the new away kit is already on sale at official physical retail locations and will be released on the club's online store soon.
Dortmund 26-27 Away Kit Leaked
Official photos of the Borussia Dortmund 26-27 away kit have appeared online, showcasing Puma's stealthy new design for the club's upcoming campaign. The shirt is built around a dark anthracite and black base, giving BVB a sleek look away from home. Big thansk to @KamilBerberler.
The jersey's defining feature is an all-over tonal abstract lightning bolt graphic woven into the fabric. Adding a touch of classic detail, Puma has included a buttoned collar with white contrast inserts at the back, paired with matching white trim on the sleeve cuffs. The BVB crest and Puma cat logo stand out in vibrant yellow, with the Vodafone sponsor logo placed prominently across the chest.
The full kit is completed with matching black shorts and black socks featuring white cuff details and yellow BVB 09 text.
Deportivo Genésis 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Honduran clib Deportivo Genésis have unveiled their new home, away and third kit ahead of the 26-27 season, made by local customizing brand Humminbird Printz.
The three designs share strong connection with the club's traditional colors: a blue home shirt with dark blue detailing, a striking away jersey with blue base and white gradient hoops, and a white third kit featuring classy blue pinstripes.
What do you think of Deportivo Genésis 26-27 kits by Humminbird Printz? Let us know in the comments below.