Nike Mercurial 25-26 'Scary Good' Boots Leaked - All-New Mid-Generation Visual Design
Jul 6, 2025, by Phan Tich Giay
- Release Date: The Nike Mercurial 25-26 'Scary Good' boots will be launched on Monday, July 14, 2025.
- Design Changes: The new boots feature a larger Swoosh logo, removal of the 'AIR' lettering, and the addition of a large 'M' logo near the heel collar.
- Colorway and Features: The boots have a 'Magic Flamingo/Black/Total Crimson' colorway and include a lighter Flyknit upper, enhanced energy return, and optimized plate flexibility.
Update: Footy Headlines can leak four new images of the Nike Mercurial 25-26 New Season boots, which are part of the upcoming 25-26 'Scary Good' collection. They will be launched on Monday, 14 July 2025. Again huge thanks to VS.
Update: Footy Headlines can leak new official images of the new Nike Mercurial 25-26 'New Season' boots, which introduce an updated visual, in the middle of the generation (after one year of the two-year cycle of this generation). Please note that the images show the second-best variant (Pro version).
Nike Mercurial 'Scary Good' - Magic Flamingo/Black/Total Crimson
This picture shows the colors of the new Nike '25-26 Scary Good' Mercurial football boots.
The Nike Mercurial 'Scary Good' soccer boots is a purple-pink main color, combined with black and bright orange accents. Officially, the colors are "Magic Flamingo/Black/Total Crimson".
The Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 '25-26 Scary Good' boots feature an all-new design compared to the Vapor 16 stage 2024-2025 boots.
Firstly, the Swoosh logo has been massively increased in size, it's even larger than the swoosh on the Vapor 14 and Vapor 11.
Secondly, the large 'AIR' lettering on the heel has been removed. Nike only left a small 'AIR ZOOM' lettering near the heel to simplify the design.
Finally, a large M (Mercurial) logo is placed near the heel collar.
Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 - Vapor 16 Designs
Nike 'Scary Good' 25-26 New Season Boots Pack
The new Nike 'Scary Good' 25-26 New Season boots pack have a streamlined design but an unusual look. Nike uses a purple-pink color for the Mercurial, and two shades of blue for the Phantom and Tiempo. While the Phantom 6 comes in a 'Royal Tint' main color, the Tiempo 10 features 'Blue Eclipse' - a completely new shade of cement grey with blue in the name introduced by Nike.
Nike 'Scary Good' 25-26 New Season Boots Pack Leaked
The Nike Mercurial football boots from the new 'Scary Good' collection are identical to the first edition in terms of tech.
Nike Mercurial 25-26 'Scary Good' - Features
- Mid-generation visual update
- 16th generation of Nike Mercurial - 10th generation of Superfly & 16th of Vapor
- 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 285 (EUR 280, GBP 255)
- Colorway: Magic Flamingo/Black/Total Crimson
- Release date: Monday, 14 July 2025
The new Mercurial soccer cleats from Nike are available from Monday, 14 July 2025, retailing at USD 285 (EUR 280, GBP 255).
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Vinicius Jr Joins Mbappé in Nike Mercurial 2026 Scorpion Boots
Following Kylian Mbappé's recent appearances in the new boots, Vinicius Junior has now also taken the Nike Mercurial Scorpion Pack to the pitch. While Mbappé opts for the Superfly 11 version, Vinicius Junior was spotted wearing the low-cut Vapor 17 model. These special edition boots are completely exclusive to the two superstars for the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup. Big thanks to Bootsclub & @sdmlinks.
The design of the new Nike Mercurial Scorpion Pack is heavily inspired by Nike's iconic 2002 Scorpion campaign. The collection brings the classic aesthetic into the modern era, applying it to the latest generation of Nike's speed boots.
Fans looking to get their hands on the boots will not have to wait long. The Nike Mercurial Scorpion Pack, including both the Superfly 11 and Vapor 17 versions, is scheduled to drop on July 9, 2026.
Doncaster Rovers 2026-27 Away Kits Released
Doncaster Rovers have officially revealed their new 2026-27 away kit for the 26-27 League One campaign. Made by local manufacturer Oxen, the new jerseys feature custom designs that pay tribute to the club's history and the city's engineering heritage.
The Doncaster Rovers 2026-27 away kit is heavily inspired by the iconic Mallard steam locomotive. The design draws its color palette directly from the historic train built in Doncaster, and features a bespoke train ticket swing tag as a special nod to the theme.
Sporting Gijón 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new Sporting Gijón 2026-27 home kit has been officially released. It is made by Siroko, a local Gijón-based brand that is taking over as the club's kit supplier and main sponsor for the first time.
The Siroko Real Sporting de Gijón 2026-27 home shirt features the club's classic red and white stripes. It incorporates gold and yellow details to honor the club's history, alongside the Cruz de la Victoria and the motif "El Club de nuestras vidas".
Despite the strong local connection with the new supplier, the initial fan reaction to the Sporting Gijón 2026-27 home kit has been mixed, with some supporters criticizing the overall execution of the design.
AS Nancy-Lorraine 2026-27 Home Kit Released
French club AS Nancy-Lorraine has officially unveiled its new 2026-27 home kit, made by Decathlon. Drawing inspiration from the club's history, the design pays homage to their 1980s shirts as well as the 2015-16 Ligue 1 promotion kit. The launch is accompanied by the club's slogan, "Chaque maillot a une histoire, la nôtre continue ensemble," emphasizing their traditional red and white identity.
Fans looking to purchase the new AS Nancy-Lorraine 2026-27 home shirt can do so starting at 9 AM on July 5, 2026.
Polonia Warszawa 2026-27 Home Kit Released
The new Polonia Warszawa home shirt for the 2026-27 season was officially released yesterday. Made by Adidas, the kit will be worn in the upcoming Polish I liga campaign.
The Adidas Polonia Warszawa 2026-27 home jersey stays true to the club's famous "Czarnych Koszul" (Black Shirts) nickname, honoring their 115-year tradition. It features a classic black base combined with modern Adidas design elements, created with the intention of being worn by fans every day, not just on matchdays.
The Adidas Polonia Warszawa 2026-27 home football shirt is available to buy via the club's official online store.
Puma Ultraweave Kits Continue to Tear at 2026 World Cup
During the 2026 World Cup, Puma kits have become a major talking point due to a series of high-profile tearing incidents. Across the first four rounds of the tournament, six different shirts have ripped during matches. Players from the Czech Republic, Paraguay, Egypt, and Morocco have all experienced torn jerseys following physical challenges and shirt-pulling on the pitch. Notably, kits from other manufacturers have not suffered from similar durability issues during the competition. Big thanks to @jerseystory_vn.
The root of the problem lies in the construction of the Puma Ultraweave fabric. Designed to be incredibly lightweight at just 72 grams, the material features a four-way stretch recycled polyester blend. While the brand states this ultra-light design was driven by player feedback to reduce weight and drag, the extremely thin fabric has proven highly vulnerable to tearing under the stress of grabbing and pulling in a high-contact sport.
With the knockout stages underway, the durability of the Puma kits remains a concern. Several Puma-sponsored nations are still competing in the tournament, including Austria, Ivory Coast, the Netherlands, Portugal, Senegal, and Switzerland. As the stakes get higher and matches become more physical, fans and kit enthusiasts will be watching to see if the Ultraweave fabric can hold up to the pressure of international football.