EpicBrozo: Brozovic Debuts Customized Nike Mercurial Vapor 13 Cleats
Jan 7, 2021, by Simon
Correction: This "Thinking Face" emoji on the outstep of the custom Nike Mercurial Vapor XIII football boots is actually a nod to a goal celebration of the Croatian.
Marcelo Brozovic joined Inter on loan from Dinamo Zagreb in January 2015. In August of the same year, he published on Instagram a picture with two women, striking what was later called an 'epic pose'. The pose and the #EpicBrozo hashtag went viral, involving fans, teammates and then coach Roberto Mancini. In January 2018, the player opened a café in Zagreb and named it 'Epic Brozo Caffe Bar'. In June, before the World Cup in Russia, he had a tattoo with the thinking emoji inked on his left hand. In the same season, Brozovic has also made headlines with his signature 'crocodile' sliding block. So, that is where this emoji comes from.
Croatian international Marcelo Brozović showed off striking customized Mercurial Vapor XIII boots in black and blue today that were created by premium customizing studio @swithadot.
In other news, Internazionale Milano lost the game against Sampdoria 2-1 away from home. Sampdoria led by 2-0 at halftime thanks to goals from former Inter player Antonio Candreva and Keita Baldé. Stefan de Vrij managed to make the game close again in the 65th minute, but even a late substituion of Romelu Lukaku could not turn the tables for Inter.
Nike Mercurial Vapor XIII Elite - Black / Blue
Check out the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 13 boots in black / blue below.
Mainly black, the new Nike Mercurial Vapor XIII Elite football boots feature a striking zig-zag stripe design that immediately reminds us of Inter's 2020-21 home jersey. Internazionale Milano's 20-21 home kit comes with extraordinary zig-zag stripes that break with the traditional stripes look Inter is known for.
Additionally, there is a 'Thinking Face' emoji on both outsteps that is intended "to show a person pondering or deep in thought. Often used to question or scorn something or someone, as if saying Hmm, I don't know about that". The laces are yellow, as are the front and back part of the outsole.
The new Nike Mercurial Vapor 13 Elite football boots are identical to the inaugural edition in terms of tech.
Nike Mercurial Vapor 13 - Features
- One-piece Flyknit upper
- 360° Fit wraps around the foot
- Microtexturized Flyknit upper with NikeSkin overlay
- ACC (All Conditions Control)
- Podular sole plate system with an internal chassis
- Swoosh design on the toe has a matte finish to help provide traction on the ball
- Exclusive: One-of-a-kind customization for Croatian international Marcelo Brozovic
- Colorway: Black / Blue
The new customized Mercurial Vapor 13 Marcelo Brozovic boots from Nike are not available to buy.
Interestingly, there also seems to exist a second version that SWithADot created for Brozovic featuring the away kit design although that one is only visible on a sketch shared on Instagram.
Let's hear your thoughts on the new customized Nike Mercurial Vapor XIII Marcelo Brozovic football boots below, and check out the Boot Calendar for more Nike soccer cleats.
FC Luzern 125th Anniversary Kit Released
FC Luzern and Erreà have officially launched a special 125th anniversary kit as part of the Swiss club's jubilee celebrations for the 26-27 season. Founded in 1901, the Lucerne-based side is marking 125 years of history with a refined design that pays homage to traditional football aesthetics.
The shirt features an off-white base with a dark navy polo collar and matching sleeve cuffs. To maintain a clean retro look, all main sponsor logos as well as the Erreà manufacturer logo are applied in tonal whiteout styling, blending into the fabric. The central highlight of the design is the special gold octagonal crest on the chest, bordered by laurel leaves and the number 125. Completing the look, the back of the shirt features dark navy numbers alongside the commemorative years 1901-2026 printed in gold below the collar.
The uniform is completed with dark navy shorts and socks. FC Luzern will wear the kit during their official jubilee match against FC Lausanne-Sport on August 22, 2026.
Mitre 2026 FA Community Shield Ball Released
Mitre has officially revealed the official match ball for the 2026 FA Community Shield. Based on the brand's flagship Ultimax Pro model, the special-edition ball will take center stage at the traditional English season opener in Cardiff featuring Arsenal and Manchester City.
The ball introduces a vibrant look designed to stand out on the pitch, combining bold shades of orange, yellow, light blue, and deep navy fluidly draped across white panels. Mitre's signature chevron graphics appear across the upper, highlighted by silver and navy outlines. Official branding reading The FA Community Shield and 26-27 season detailing are stamped directly on the main panel.
Technically, the 26-27 FA Community Shield Ultimax Pro ball utilizes Mitre's top-tier thermally bonded panel structure, equipped with hyperflow debossed surface texturing for superior flight consistency and grip. The match ball has been launched in limited numbers and is available now via select stockists including Pro:Direct Soccer.
In-House Dynamo Makhachkala 26-27 Third Kit Released
Russian Premier League club Dynamo Makhachkala has officially unveiled its new third kit for the 26-27 season. Continuing the approach taken for their home and away options, the new third uniform has been produced entirely in-house without an external technical supplier.
The Dynamo Makhachkala 26-27 third shirt is predominantly white and features a subtle, detailed tonal graphic pattern running across the body and sleeves. Blue details provide contrast throughout the design, seen on the club crest, partner logos, and a central heart graphic made up of tiny human silhouettes.
White shorts with blue numbers and white socks complete the look. By producing their set of 26-27 kits independently, the Dagestani club maintains complete creative independence for their matchwear setup.
FC Nordsjælland 26-27 Away Kit Released
FC Nordsjælland and Nike have officially launched the new away shirt for the 26-27 season. The release marks a major milestone for the Danish club, celebrating a ten-year partnership with the Right to Dream Academy.
The FC Nordsjælland 26-27 away shirt features a bold black base highlighted by vivid yellow graphic lines that emanate from around the club crest on the left chest. The Nike Swoosh appears in matching yellow on the right, alongside white sponsor logos. On the upper back, a special graphic featuring cultural symbols and a red number 10 pays tribute to a decade of collaboration with Right to Dream.
The new away kit is completed with black shorts and socks, offering a unified look on the pitch.
Striking Hummel Bournemouth 26-27 Anthem Jacket Revealed
Images of the new AFC Bournemouth 26-27 anthem jacket made by Hummel have surfaced. Designed for pre-match walkouts, the striking jacket introduces a sleek black and dark charcoal base paired with refined metallic gold details.
The stand-out feature of the jacket is the intricate geometric pattern running across the sleeves and midsection in contrasting gold and black. On the left chest sits a retro-styled circular Cherries emblem embroidered in gold thread, accompanied by Hummel's classic logo on the right. A custom gold zipper pull with the Hummel bumblebee branding and lightweight mesh lining complete the design.
This matchday jacket forms part of Hummel's new teamwear collection for Bournemouth following the brand's arrival as the club's official technical kit supplier for the 26-27 season.
No More Umbro: Hummel Le Havre 26-27 Away Kit Released
French club Le Havre AC and new technical sponsor Hummel have officially unveiled the club's away kit for the 26-27 season. Unveiled during the club's Fan Day event, the new strip follows the recent launch of their home jersey and continues the new partnership between Le Havre and Hummel.
The Hummel Le Havre 26-27 away shirt features a very light sky blue base paired with deep navy blue details. Navy trim accents the crossover collar, sleeve cuffs, and side panel inserts, while Hummel's iconic chevrons sit prominently on the shoulders. The club badge and supplier logo are both rendered in monochromatic navy for a clean contrast.
Adding a touch of local identity, the upper back of the jersey below the collar features the Latin phrase "Nutrisco et Extinguo" printed in navy, referencing the historic motto associated with the city's foundation.