Cristiano Ronaldo Spotted Testing Next-Gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Boots
- Ronaldo Tests New Boots: Cristiano Ronaldo was seen testing the next-generation Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 boots, which were a whiteout prototype.
- Design Details: The next-gen Mercurial cleats feature a heavily ribbed texture (Nike Flyweave Ultra) and, notably, the Superfly XI model does not have a high collar, a first in over ten years.
- Release Timeline: Nike is in the final testing phase for these boots, with a planned release in May/June 2026, coinciding with the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup, and Cristiano Ronaldo is confirmed to be the main Nike ambassador.
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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