Cristiano Ronaldo & El Mala Spotted Testing Next-Gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Boots
- Prototype Spotted: Cristiano Ronaldo and Said El Mala have been seen testing the next-generation Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 boots.
- Design Details: The next-gen Mercurial cleats feature a heavily ribbed texture (Nike Flyweave Ultra) and, for the first time in over a decade, lack a high collar.
- Release Timeline: Nike is in the final testing phase, with the new boots expected to be available in May/June 2026, ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed as the main Nike ambassador.
Update - Apr 28, 2026: Following Cristiano Ronaldo's recent training session, the highly anticipated next-generation Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 prototype has been spotted on the feet of 1. FC Köln's Said El Mala, giving us another close-up look at the upcoming speed boot.
Apr 27, 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted wearing a pair of whiteout, unbranded football boots. And while some non-boot connoisseurs suggested this could be because of having no boot deal, we know that the Portuguese superstar was wearing a completely whiteout prototype of the highly anticipated next-generation Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 soccer cleats.
Cristiano Ronaldo Trains in Whiteout Next-Gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Soccer Cleats
As it has been common for unreleased Nike prototypes for a few years, the boots are totally devoid of any brand logo. However, close-up images reveal that CR7 was wearing the next-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 football boots. The next-gen Mercurial soccer cleats feature a highly pronounced, heavily ribbed texture - Nike Flyweave Ultra.
Importantly, the next-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly XI comes without a high collar, for the first time in more than a decade.
With the 2026 World Cup rapidly approaching, Nike is entering the final player testing phase for its next flagship release, which will hit shelves in May/June 2026.
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New York City Releases 50 USD Handmade 2026 World Cup Jerseys
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has launched a limited-run, affordable NYC-inspired jersey to celebrate the 2026 World Cup. Priced at just 50 USD and sold at cost, the initiative provides an accessible alternative to expensive official FIFA merchandise (via GQ).
The jerseys are manufactured locally by Mazzi Sports, a custom sports apparel business operating out of its Brooklyn factory since 1986, and were designed by Brooklyn-based illustrator Arsh Raziuddin.
The local NYC kits feature distinct city motifs, including Big Apple and pigeon graphics, and are available in three colorways: black and white, yellow and black, and blue and orange.
Positioned as community pride gear, this grassroots release directly contrasts with the official FIFA World Cup 2026 New York New Jersey host city merchandise (375 USD).
2026 World Cup Teams Use Different Sleeves for New Debutant Patch
For the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced a special 'Debut Patch' to be worn by players making their first appearance in the tournament, but the placement of this new badge varies between national teams. Mexico has positioned the debutant patch on the left sleeve of their kits, whereas South Africa has opted to place it on the right sleeve. This new addition for the competition allows federations flexibility in integrating the debutant patch alongside other official tournament sleeve badges.
Wycombe Wanderers 26-27 Third Kit Released
The Wycombe Wanderers 26-27 third kit has been officially released, with the simple Hummel shirt combining a white base with navy chevrons on the shoulders and navy logos. It completes the team's set.
Enzo Fernandez Trains In 5-Year-Old Nike Mercurial Boots Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Enzo Fernandez has been spotted training with his Argentina teammates in the Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 'Rawdacious' pack, which was originally released back in 2021.
