We finally get the first look at the next-generation Nike Mercurial Superfly 2026 soccer cleats, and they are not less than a revolution.
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.
Nike Mercurial 2026
Here are the new Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 football boots.
The Nike Mercurial Superfly XI 2026 soccer cleats return to a low-cut collar for the first time since 2014, marking the end of Nike's Dynamic Fit collar era on the Superfly.
Also for the first time ever, the Nike Mercurial Superfly 2026 football boot features a new FlyWeave Ultra upper designed to provide a contained yet thin touch on the ball.
Nike has upgraded the responsiveness with a forefoot Air Zoom unit built for long-sprint acceleration. The Air Zoom chamber now includes three additional studs for improved traction during explosive movements. A ZoomX foam sockliner has been added to deliver extra energy return with each step.
The leaked images of the Nike Mercurial 2026 soccer boots show a vibrant pink-to-white gradient - the colorway is similar to the Euro 2012 edition.
The Mercurial Superfly XI is engineered for explosive acceleration and lockdown, targeting players who rely on pace and agility. The removal of the collar represents a major shift in Nike's speed boot philosophy after more than a decade of Dynamic Fit technology.
Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 - Features
- FlyWeave Ultra upper for a contained yet thin touch
- Forefoot Air Zoom unit for long-sprint responsiveness
- Three additional studs on the Air Zoom chamber for improved traction
- Low-cut collar returning for the first time since 2014
- ZoomX foam sockliner for added energy return
- Built for explosive acceleration and lockdown
- Price: around $300
- Release date: May 2026
The new Mercurial Superfly XI soccer boots from Nike are set to be available from May 2026.
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