Black & Green Next-Gen Nike Mercurial 2026 Boots Leaked

Following the recent spots of Real Madrid stars Vinicius Jr and Federico Valverde testing whiteout prototypes, we now have a look at another upcoming colorway for the next-generation 2026 Nike Mercurial boots - this time in a striking black and neon green paint job.

Important note: The leaked pictures showcase a takedown model of the upcoming Vapor 17 generation, likely the second-best "Pro" tier. While the Elite version will boast Nike's new ultra-premium "ATOMKNIT" upper, this Pro-tier model utilizes a slightly different synthetic mesh construction, which is standard for Nike's secondary price point.

Nike Mercurial 2026 - Black / Neon Green

Here is a look at the new black and green next-gen Mercurial.

The black/green 2026 Nike Mercurial football boots introduce a stealthy yet vibrant look. They feature a predominantly black upper, which is sharply contrasted by a massive, sweeping neon green Swoosh with a white/silver outline across the forefoot. The aggressive colorway gives off major "Shadow Pack" vibes with a bright, energetic pop.

Revolutionary | Next-Gen Nike Mercurial 2026 Boots Leaked - Superfly & Vapor Different Boots Again

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Nike Mercurial Superfly 11/Vapor 17 'Black Pack' - Features

• Nike Mercurial Vapor and Superfly fundamentally different
• Superfly: FlyWeave Ultra upper for a contained yet thin touch, forefoot Air Zoom unit for long-sprint responsiveness, low-cut collar returning for the first time since 2014
• Vapor: Lightest Mercurial in history - Atomknit upper for a lightweight, close-to-ball feel and an all-new FlyLite plate
• Price: around $300
• Colorway: Black / Neon Green / Silver
• Release date: second half of 2026

This black and green colorway is expected to drop shortly after the heavily anticipated pink, white, and black launch edition, likely arriving in the late summer or autumn of 2026.

What are your thoughts on this black and neon green colorway for the next-gen Nike Mercurial? Do you like the look of the Pro-tier takedown model? Let us know in the comments below.