Top 5 Boot Spots This Week: Mbappé, Vlahovic & Rare Phantom Sightings
- Kylian Mbappé's Boots: Mbappé wore Nike Air Max 95-inspired Mercurial Superfly X SE cleats, set to launch on April 12, 2025.
- Rare Nike Sightings: Dany Mota Carvalho was spotted wearing a never-released colorway of the Nike Phantom VNM Ultra.
- Custom Boot Art: Adama Traore showcased custom artwork on his boots, created by Swithadot Studios.
In collaboration with @Bootsclub, we break down the most eye-catching boot spottings from across the football world this week.
1. Kylian Mbappé - Nike Air Max 95 Mercurial Superfly X SE
Nike's Air Max 95-inspired Mercurial Superfly X SE soccer cleat was worn by no other than Kylian Mbappe. They were revealed a few days later, and are set to launch on Saturday, 12 April 2025.
2. Leandro Paredes - Next-Gen Nike Phantom 360 (Whiteout)
Another player testing Nike's upcoming Phantom 360 in a clean whiteout colorway was Leandro Paredes. We just were able to leak of multiple colorways of Nike's next-generation control boot.
3. Dusan Vlahovic - Custom Nike Mercurial Vapor XV
The Juventus striker made a statement in black and gold custom Nike Mercurial Vapor XV football boots, bringing elegant styling to his goal-scoring performances.
4. Dany Mota Carvalho - Never-Released Nike Phantom VNM Ultra
Perhaps the most intriguing spotting this week—possibly even this year—came from Monza's Dany Mota Carvalho, who appeared in a never-released colorway of the Nike Phantom VNM Ultra, sending boot enthusiasts into a frenzy.
Nike Phantom Ultra Venom - Black / Bright Citrus
Nike's Phantom Ultra Venom football boots merge the upper of the Flyknit Ultra (base construction) and the Hypervenom Phantom III (revolutionary foam structure). The sole plate is taken from the Nike Hypervenom Phantom 3.
Limited-Edition Nike Phantom Ultra Venom Boots Released
5. Adama Traore - Bespoke Custom Artwork
Rounding off our list is the most unique artwork seen on the pitch last week. Adama Traore showcased a totally bespoke paint job created by artist Swithadot Studios, turning his boots into wearable art.
Would you like to see more players with custom boots? Let us know in the comments, and make sure to follow @Bootsclub for the latest in boot spots and our Boot Calendar for all released and unreleased soccer cleats.
Unique 2026 World Cup Pennants
The football culture platform @vsrsus has shared a collection of pennants featuring unique and highly artistic designs from several national teams participating in the 2026 World Cup.
The designs feature intricate graphics, bespoke typography, and vibrant color palettes tailored to different nations competing in the tournament. Each pennant is reimagined not just as a ceremonial token, but as a standalone piece of football art that captures the distinct identity and heritage of the respective countries.
The peasants celebrate the intersection of graphic design and the global game during the 2026 World Cup.
Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' Sneakers Revealed
Nike is set to release a special homage to Brazilian legend Ronaldo with the upcoming launch of the Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' sneakers. Bringing together elements from two iconic silhouettes, the new lifestyle shoe offers a unique fusion of football heritage and streetwear style.
The Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' features the classic upper of the legendary Mercurial R9 football boot, seamlessly paired with the recognizable Big Bubble soles of the Air Max 95.
The Nike Air Max Joga Bonito 'R9' sneakers, officially listed under style code IX8646-001, are scheduled to be released on July 2, 2026. They will be available for a retail price of $180.
Puma EFL 26-27 Ball Released
The new Puma EFL 2026-27 match ball has been officially revealed, introducing the Puma Stellar Nitro model for the upcoming season. It will be used across the English Football League, encompassing the Championship, League One, and League Two.
The Puma EFL 2026-27 Stellar match ball features an updated panel shape, moving away from the previous Orbita edition.
Cambridge United 26-27 Away Kit Released
The new Cambridge United 2026-27 away kit has been revealed. Made by Umbro, the Cambridge United 2026-27 away jersey introduces a fresh sky-blue look for the League One side, offering a clean aesthetic for their travels next season.
The launch of the new away strip follows the release of the club's 'United in Endeavour' home kit earlier in the month, completing a contrasting set for the upcoming campaign.
Baník Ostrava 26-27 Home Kit Released
The Baník Ostrava 2026-27 home kit has been officially released today. Made by Macron, the new Baník Ostrava home shirt features a clean, predominantly white design that uniquely incorporates special Braille text elements into the fabric.
In a meaningful initiative by the Czech First League club, a portion of the proceeds from the sales of the new home jersey will be donated to support children with visual impairments.
1. FC Magdeburg 2026-27 Home Kit Released
FC Magdeburg and Hummel have officially revealed the club's new home kit for the 2026-27 2. Bundesliga season. The launch was announced under the club's hashtag #EINMALIMMER and brings back a classic design element from the team's history.
The Hummel 1. FC Magdeburg 2026-27 home shirt features a return to the popular striped look, combining the traditional blue and white colors to represent the club's identity. White Hummel chevrons adorn the shoulders, while the logos of sponsors Humanas and SWM are integrated in the club's colors. A special detail is found inside the collar, which pays tribute to Block U, the passionate supporter base of the team. Additionally, the club introduced a new font for the player names and numbers on the back.
