Red / Gold Next-Gen Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Boots Leaked
- Release: The next-generation Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 boots are expected to be released in Summer 2026.
- Design: The 'Coral' colorway of the Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 features a red/coral upper with a large gold Nike Swoosh outlined in black, and an iridescent soleplate, reminiscent of the 'Mango' colorway from 2016.
- Features: The Nike Mercurial Vapor and Superfly will have distinct materials and tech, including FlyWeave Ultra upper and forefoot Air Zoom unit (Superfly) and Atomknit upper and FlyLite plate (Vapor).
Update - Sunday, May 31, 2026: News Soccer Shop LLC has shared photos of the unreleased red & gold Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite soccer boots in the AG version. They are the first in the US to have this next-generation model in hand ahead of its expected June 2026 release. In the background are the white and orange as well as the Cactus Jack Phantom.
We can leak a new colorway of the next-generation Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 boots. The design brings back memories of the iconic Vapor 10 and Superfly 4 models. Big thanks to AllenSoccer.
Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Summer 2026 - Red/Gold/Black
This picture shows the Nike red, gold, and black Mercurial 2026 soccer boots.
The new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 'Coral' boots feature a striking look. The upper is predominantly a red or coral shade, depending on the lighting and angle.
This base color is combined with a large gold Nike Swoosh that is outlined in black. The soleplate also features a shimmering, iridescent finish.
Overall, the visual style evokes memories of the popular 'Mango' colorway of the Nike Mercurial Vapor 10 and Superfly 4, which was released exactly 10 years ago in February 2016.
Nike Mercurial 2026 'Coral' - Features
- The Nike Mercurial Vapor and Superfly are going to be fundamentally different boots again from the 2026 World Cup and the next-gen launch, with distinct materials and tech after years of being largely the same. We first revealed this in November 2025, and now the leak confirms it.
- 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 (Superfly)
- Atomknit upper for a lightweight, close-to-ball feel, all-new FlyLite plate, 20% lighter than the previous Vapor generation (Vapor)
- Price: $250
- Colorway: Light Orange/Gold/Black
The new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 'Coral' boots are set to be released in the second half of 2026, in summer 2026.
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Rumor: Newcastle United Set to Sign ElevenLabs as Main Kit Sponsor?
Newcastle United may be on the verge of signing a new front-of-shirt sponsorship deal with the AI-powered audio company ElevenLabs - prominent fan account @NUFCgallowgate posted a series of teaser graphics on X, directly linking the club's crest with the tech firm's logo and fueling discussions about a potential commercial partnership for the upcoming seasons.
The speculation was further amplified by a high-quality digital mock-up shared by the same account. The render showcases the Adidas Newcastle United 2026-2027 home kit featuring the ElevenLabs logo prominently across the chest.
The Newcastle United 2026-2027 home kit releases on 10 June 2026, so a new sponsor deal would come just in time.
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RC Lens 26-27 Away Kit Teased
French club RC Lens has officially teased its new Adidas 2026-27 away kit, with a full reveal scheduled for June 6 at the iconic twin slag heaps in Loos-en-Gohelle.
The teaser video features the hashtag #MentalitéCharbonneur, heavily leaning into the club's deep-rooted coal mining heritage.
https://x.com/RCLens/status/2062837000172962224
The Lens 2026-2027 away jersey features a green and black colorway, a fitting tribute to the region's historical landscapes.
