Next-Gen Nike Mercurial 2024 'Shadow' Black Pack Boots Leaked
Jul 8, 2024, by Phan Tich Giay
- Release Information: The Nike 'Shadow' Pack, including the next-generation Nike Mercurial 2024 cleats, will be released on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
- Design Details: The 'Shadow' Mercurial cleats are predominantly black with dark turquoise green accents ("Deep Jungle") on the Swoosh outline and 'AIR' lettering, featuring a new soleplate and a thinner Flyknit upper.
- Technical Specifications: The new Mercurial boasts the thinnest Flyknit upper ever, enhanced rebound energy with 10% more energy return, removal of flex grooves, added speed fins, optimized plate flexibility, and will retail at USD 300 (EUR 280, GBP 255) for the high-cut Superfly.
Update: Nike will release its annual Black Pack on Thursday, 11 July 2024, called Shadow Pack. Now, the first official images of the next-generation Nike Mercurial 2024 Shadow Pack soccer cleats have been shared by our friends Sneaker Market RO.
Nike Mercurial 2024 'Shadow' - Black / Black / Deep Jungle
This photo shows the Nike 'Shadow' Mercurial Superfly 2024 cleats.
The black Nike Vapor 16 cleats from the new 'Shadow' pack, of course, have the main color black. The outline of the Swoosh and the outline of the 'AIR' lettering are dark turquoise green "Deep Jungle", while parts of the sole plate come in a lighter turquoise.
The most striking feature of the Nike Mercurial 2024 'Black' is the all-new soleplate.
Nike Mercurial 2024 'Shadow' - Vapor
In terms of tech, the black Nike Mercurial 2024 soccer cleats from the new 'Shadow' collection are identical to the inaugural edition. The next-generation Nike Mercurial 2024 football boots have the lightest and thinnest Flyknit upper ever, giving players a closer touch to the ball.
Nike Mercurial 2024 'Shadow' - Features
- 16th generation of Nike Mercurial
- Lightest and thinnest full Flyknit upper ever for Nike Football: Reduction of Flyknit upper thickness from five layers to three layers - nearly 30 percent reduction in Flyknit upper thickness
- Enhanced rebound energy for footballers: 10 percent more energy return in each step compared to the previous model
- Removal of flex grooves from the Air Zoom strobel unit, plus added speed fins to the forefoot of the boot
- Optimization of plate flexibility
- Focus on creating a natural extension of the foot
- Price: USD 300 (EUR 280, GBP 255) for the high-cut Superfly
- Colorway: Black / Black / Deep Jungle
- Release date: Thursday, 11 July 2024
Nike's new Mercurial 2024 soccer cleats are available from 11 July 2024, retailing at USD 300 (EUR 280, GBP 255) for the high-cut Superfly.
Do you like the new Nike Mercurial 2024 Shadow boots? Let us know in the comments below, and have a look at the Boot Calendar for all the latest Nike football boots.
Real Madrid 26-27 New Shirt Number Owners
Real Madrid have officially confirmed their squad numbers for the 2026-27 season. Thanks to @jersey_story for the design visuals.
Raúl Asencio steps into the No. 2 shirt previously worn by Dani Carvajal, while new signing Dean Huijsen takes over No. 4 from David Alaba. Endrick also returns to the No. 9 after his loan spell at Marseille.
Among the new arrivals, Ibrahima Konaté will wear No. 16, Marc Cucurella No. 17, Carlos Espí No. 19, Denzel Dumfries No. 24 and Yan Diomande No. 25. Meanwhile, Bernardo Silva will continue wearing No. 20 following Fran García's departure. The number is closely associated with the Portuguese midfielder's most successful years at Manchester City.
Which new number catches your eye the most? Let us know your answer in the comments below.
Paris Saint-Germain Debut 26-27 Kits Featuring Two Stars
PSG debuted a two-star version of their 26-27 kits during recent friendly matches, commemorating their pair of UEFA Champions League titles. This special detail will be used exclusively in international competitions.
Despite Ligue 1 placing no restriction on star crests, PSG announced they will not feature the stars on their domestic league kits. Special thanks to @jerseystory_vn for the spot and graphic.
No More Nike: Adidas Croatia 2026 Training Kits Revealed
Following their switch from Nike to Adidas, Croatia's new training kit set for 2026 have been unveiled in the latest training camp for youth teams' goalkeepers.
However from what we've seen, both of the new jerseys are simply from Adidas Tiro 26 League template range, using default black and grey color choices. These are very likely just temporary options for the mean time, until the actual designs with probably bespoke colorways are officially released.
What do you think of the new Adidas Croatia 2026 training kits? Let us know in the comments below.
