Nike Mercurial Vapor 'Next Nature'/'SOS' Boots Released
Nike today revealed special-edition Mercurial Vapor 'Next Nature' boots, highlighting the brand's sustainability efforts by using recycled materials. They were originally called Nike Mercurial Vapor SOS and set to be available on April 18.
The Nike Mercurial Vapor Next Nature is made with at least 50% recycled content by weight.
It's Nike's first football boot using Flyprint
Select Nike athletes like Ada Hegerberg are set to wear the LE boots.
Nike Mercurial Vapor Next Nature - Sail / Black / Light Arctic Pink / Total Orange
This photo shows the new Nike Mercurial Vapor Next Nature boots.
The new 'Sail / Black / Light Arctic Pink / Total Orange' Nike Mercurial Vapor Next Nature cleats introduce a low-key design in beige with black brandings and orange details. They feature a Swoosh on the outstep and Nike's circular logo design on the inside, a detail that's often associated with the brand's sustainability efforts.
The boots are made with at least 50% recycled content by weight
Looking at features, the sustainable Nike Mercurial Vapor boots already preview the brand's next-generation Air Zoom Mercurial. The standout detail here is of course the fact that the boots are made from recycled materials - at least 50% recycled content by weight, but that's not everything.
The boot features a 100% recycled plate and a 4-layer upper made with a combination of materials and technologies including Flyprint, recycled poly, recycled TPU and skin manufacturing scrap.
The learnings from this Mercurial Vapor Next Nature are being scaled throughout the Mercurial line-up
The Mercurial Vapor Next Nature is the first time Flyprint has appeared on a non-running Nike silhouette. Flyprint on the boot’s skin allows designers to 3D-print the exact amount of material required. Flyprint also allows the boot to be lightweight and more breathable than traditional knitted or woven textiles, and it retains almost no water.
The learnings from this Mercurial Vapor Next Nature are being scaled throughout the Mercurial line-up, resulting in the majority of Mercurial boots coming to market in fall 2022 being made with at least 20% recycled content,
Nike Mercurial Vapor Next Nature - Features
- Made with at least 50% recycled content by weight
- Technologies of upcoming next-gen 2022 Mercurial
- Four-layer upper that includes Flyprint, recycled polyester, recycled TPU and manufacturing scrap
- Forefoot plate with Nike Aerotrak zone for explosive acceleration
- Chevron studs for multidirectional traction
- Colorway: Sail / Black / Light Arctic Pink / Total Orange
- Release date: 18th April 2022
The Nike Mercurial Vapor Next Nature football boots should be available to buy from April 18th, 2022, likely retailing at a higher price than regular Vapor 14s.
Nike also released a Next Nature edition of the Pegasus Turbo, a running shoe.
Do you like Nike's new Mercurial Vapor Next Nature football boots? Let's hear your thoughts in the comments below the article, and browse the Boot Calendar for all the latest Nike soccer boots.
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Neymar to Retain Brazil No. 10 Shirt for 2026 World Cup
The debate over Brazil’s most iconic shirt number has been officially settled ahead of the 2026 World Cup. It has been confirmed that Neymar will retain the famous No. 10 jersey for the upcoming tournament in North America.
Following a lengthy period away from the national team due to injury, questions had naturally arisen regarding the future of the prestigious shirt. During Neymar's prolonged absence, the Brazilian No. 10 was shared among the squad's other attacking stars. Both Vinicius Junior and Raphinha have donned the historic number in recent international fixtures.
Despite their growing influence and status within the Seleção, both players have willingly stepped aside out of respect for the veteran forward. Highlighting the squad's unity on the matter, Vinicius Junior openly addressed the situation, stating clearly that the shirt "obviously belongs to Neymar."
Earlier rumors suggested that Neymar might adopt the No. 13 jersey.
Do you agree with the decision to keep Neymar in the No. 10 shirt, or was it time to pass it on to a younger player like Vinicius Junior? Let us know in the comments below.
Barcelona 26-27 Home Kit - 11 New Pictures
Footy Headlines can now leak 11 new pictures of the Nike Barcelona 26-27 home kit. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
The kit features a unique design with three shades of red and three shades of blue in each stripe, paying tribute to the renovated Camp Nou's exterior.
Liverpool 26-27 Home Kit Water Bottle Released
The official Liverpool FC online store has released an interesting "LFC 26/27 Home Water Bottle".
The design of the water bottle mirrors the home kit. The front of the bottle also displays the Liverbird crest and the current Standard Chartered sponsor logo - however, it lacks the Adidas logo and looks very offset. They should have placed logos differently...
The text "Liverpool FC 26-27" is printed on the bottle in the new official Liverpool font.