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Chelsea star Cole Palmer has been spotted wearing the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 boots during the club's 26-27 preseason training. This marks a surprising shift, as Nike has prominently positioned the attacking midfielder as a leading face of the Phantom boot line. Images from the training session show him testing the latest generation of the Mercurial Vapor, raising questions about a potential change in his footwear preference ahead of the new season. Thanks to Bootsclub.

Palmer previously favored the Mercurial line earlier in his career before becoming one of the main athletes for the Phantom series. It remains to be seen whether this is just a temporary test of the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 or a permanent return to his former boot of choice. As Chelsea continues their preparations for the 26-27 campaign, we will keep a close eye on Palmer's boots in upcoming preseason matches.

During the recent match against England on July 15, Enzo Fernandez caught the attention of boot spotters by wearing a familiar pair of cleats. Instead of opting for the latest Nike releases, the Argentine midfielder laced up in the Nike Phantom GT2 boots, specifically the exact colorway he wore during the final stages of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Big thanks to @marcadegol.

This is not an isolated incident, as Fernandez was also spotted wearing the same Qatar-era boots earlier in the month on July 7. Returning to a boot model that is nearly four years old suggests that he may be looking for the same feel and comfort that accompanied his breakout performance and ultimate victory on the global stage, with some fans dubbing them his lucky boots. The Nike Phantom GT2 was officially succeeded by the Phantom GX and subsequently the Phantom GX 2 and Luna 2 lines.

Atlético Mineiro's highly successful 'Manto da Massa' kit project is set to return in 2026, produced for the first time by their new technical sponsor, Nike.

The club's Director of Business officially revealed the revival of the initiative, though the announcement has sparked backlash among supporters. Fans are criticizing the modified format, which reportedly shifts away from the traditional open fan design and voting process, opting instead for Nike to produce the kit with only select fan involvement.

Romanian club CFR 1907 Cluj has unveiled its new Nike home, away, and third kits for the 26-27 season.

Nike and Romanian champions FCSB have officially launched the club's new 26-27 home, away, and third kits.

The FCSB 26-27 home kit features a predominantly blue base with red detailing on the collar and sleeves, paired with red shorts and blue socks. For the away strip, Nike introduces a light gray design with black accents and a stylized club crest, completed by black shorts and socks. The alternative third kit is the boldest of the collection, sporting a vibrant orange look with black inserts. A notable feature across the set is the use of color-adjusted crests to match the aesthetic of each specific shirt.

Belgian club KRC Genk have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. Made by Nike, the new shirts will be worn in the upcoming Belgian Pro League campaign.

The Nike KRC Genk 26-27 home and away shirts introduce a fresh look for the team while maintaining the club's traditional blue and white colors. The official launch was highlighted across the club's social media platforms, accompanied by a reveal video and multiple photos showcasing the new designs.

Atlético Mineiro's highly successful 'Manto da Massa' kit project is set to return in 2026, produced for the first time by their new technical sponsor, Nike.

The club's Director of Business officially revealed the revival of the initiative, though the announcement has sparked backlash among supporters. Fans are criticizing the modified format, which reportedly shifts away from the traditional open fan design and voting process, opting instead for Nike to produce the kit with only select fan involvement.

Romanian club CFR 1907 Cluj has unveiled its new Nike home, away, and third kits for the 26-27 season.

Nike and Romanian champions FCSB have officially launched the club's new 26-27 home, away, and third kits.

The FCSB 26-27 home kit features a predominantly blue base with red detailing on the collar and sleeves, paired with red shorts and blue socks. For the away strip, Nike introduces a light gray design with black accents and a stylized club crest, completed by black shorts and socks. The alternative third kit is the boldest of the collection, sporting a vibrant orange look with black inserts. A notable feature across the set is the use of color-adjusted crests to match the aesthetic of each specific shirt.

Belgian club KRC Genk have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. Made by Nike, the new shirts will be worn in the upcoming Belgian Pro League campaign.

The Nike KRC Genk 26-27 home and away shirts introduce a fresh look for the team while maintaining the club's traditional blue and white colors. The official launch was highlighted across the club's social media platforms, accompanied by a reveal video and multiple photos showcasing the new designs.

The new Farul Constanța kits for the 26-27 season have been revealed. Made by Nike, the new shirts will be worn in the upcoming Romanian Liga I campaign.

As in previous seasons, the club's new 26-27 shirts appear to be based on standard Nike teamwear models, featuring the team's traditional colors and customized with the club crest alongside sponsor logos.

We can leak the shorts of the Barcelona 2026-27 3rd kit. They feature the same knit fabric as Nike's other third kits, such as the Chelsea 26-27 third shirt

Chelsea star Cole Palmer has been spotted wearing the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 boots during the club's 26-27 preseason training. This marks a surprising shift, as Nike has prominently positioned the attacking midfielder as a leading face of the Phantom boot line. Images from the training session show him testing the latest generation of the Mercurial Vapor, raising questions about a potential change in his footwear preference ahead of the new season. Thanks to Bootsclub.

Palmer previously favored the Mercurial line earlier in his career before becoming one of the main athletes for the Phantom series. It remains to be seen whether this is just a temporary test of the new Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 or a permanent return to his former boot of choice. As Chelsea continues their preparations for the 26-27 campaign, we will keep a close eye on Palmer's boots in upcoming preseason matches.

During the recent match against England on July 15, Enzo Fernandez caught the attention of boot spotters by wearing a familiar pair of cleats. Instead of opting for the latest Nike releases, the Argentine midfielder laced up in the Nike Phantom GT2 boots, specifically the exact colorway he wore during the final stages of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Big thanks to @marcadegol.

This is not an isolated incident, as Fernandez was also spotted wearing the same Qatar-era boots earlier in the month on July 7. Returning to a boot model that is nearly four years old suggests that he may be looking for the same feel and comfort that accompanied his breakout performance and ultimate victory on the global stage, with some fans dubbing them his lucky boots. The Nike Phantom GT2 was officially succeeded by the Phantom GX and subsequently the Phantom GX 2 and Luna 2 lines.

Footy Headlines has shared more images of Travis Scott alongside the special Phantom 6 'Cactus Jack', which was officially released at the end of June.

The new photos capture a gritty, street-inspired aesthetic that perfectly reflects Travis Scott's signature style.

Prior to the launch, Travis was also spotted wearing the TF (Turf) version of the boots at Nike's TOMA event in Miami in December 2025.

Nike has expanded the presence of its special-edition Mercurial Scorpion boots on the pitch for the final stages of the 2026 World Cup. Initially, the striking design was expected to be an exclusive colorway reserved solely for signature stars Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Jr. during the knockout rounds. However, the boots have now been rolled out to several other high-profile players in the brand's roster as the tournament reaches its conclusion. Big thanks to bootsclub.

Taking inspiration from the iconic 2002 Scorpion campaign, the special colorway is available in both the Superfly 11 and Vapor 17 models. In recent matches, players such as Marcus Rashford, Mikel Oyarzabal, and Enzo Fernández have all been spotted wearing the Scorpion Mercurials. This wider rollout ensures the retro-inspired design gets maximum visibility on international football's biggest stage.

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Cristiano Ronaldo has gifted streamer and super-fan IShowSpeed an incredibly rare pair of football boots. The Portuguese legend presented Speed with the Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Elite FG Gold Scorpion edition, adding another memorable moment to their well-documented interactions.

These boots hold significant historical value, as they were worn by Ronaldo during his final World Cup campaign. Nike created this spectacular gold design specifically for the forward to wear on the biggest international stage.

Originally, Ronaldo had planned to personally present this gift to Speed if Portugal had defeated Spain and advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals. However, after Portugal's early elimination, CR7 had to leave the special gift with a staff member, who was then asked to deliver it to Speed.

According to the staff member, Speed is one of only two people in the world to own a pair of boots that Ronaldo personally wore during the recent World Cup.

Having concluded his quest for the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy with Portugal, this also marks the final time we will see Cristiano Ronaldo grace football’s biggest stage. Ronaldo himself confirmed that the 2026 World Cup would be the last of his illustrious career.

His runs on the World Cup stage may have come to an end, but his legacy will endure forever. To honor that legacy, Nike Football shared an image carrying the message "His Legend Lives On", paying tribute to CR7's everlasting impact on the game.

French rising star Désiré Doué, has been frequently switching between the Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 and Superfly 11 boots over the past few weeks. Doué opted for the low-cut Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 for the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League final, but then surprised fans by starting the 2026 World Cup wearing the high-cut Superfly 11.

However, his stint with the Superfly 11 was short-lived, as Doué recently switched back to the Mercurial Vapor 17 for France's latest matches at the tournament. This indecision between the collared and non-collared versions of Nike's speed boot is notable for a player who is heavily featured in the brand's promotional campaigns. Doué has also been spotted wearing reissue Mercurial Vapor Superfly 1 boots recently, showcasing his affinity for the Mercurial heritage.