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- The Nike Mercurial is currently one of the most popular football boots on the planet, and has been for well over 20 years. Built for the world’s fastest, most adventurous players, the Mercurial debuted in 1998 on the feet of Ronaldo (R9/OG), with the likes of Thierry Henry, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Didier Drogba soon following suit.
www.footy.com/blog/boots/nike-boot-guide/Nike boot range guide | comparing Mercurial, Phantom & Tiempo
Aug 16, 2021 · The Nike Mercurial R9 is in it's own right one of the most iconic football boots ever, with the design still holding its own. 15 years later it gets a fitting tribute, as a modern interpretation, based on the Vapor IX, takes shape.
- Fit & Comfort
- Touch & Control
- Soleplates & Traction
- Design & Style
- Pricing & Takedowns
Predator Accuracy
Moving away from their usual narrow build, the Accuracy has more of a regular fit than we’ve seen in previous Mutator, Freak and EdgePredators. The laced versions (mid-cut ‘.1’ and low-cut ‘.1 Low’) both have ample room and overall comfort is delivered by a two-piece Primeknit collar and synthetic HybridTouch uppers (50% recycled). Lace closure on those two models helps to secure the lockdown you want, rather than leaving it to luck with the laceless ‘+’ version. Which as you’d expect, is nat...
Mercurial Vapor/Superfly
The Nike Mercurial range has never had a laceless option, and this trend continues with the Vapor 15 and Superfly 9. A ¾ Nike Zoom Air unit has been added to both these models, delivering underfoot comfort far and above anything else on the market. The fit is fairly slim on both versions, but the Superfly 9 with its Dynamic Fit sock collar (the only difference between Vapor & Superfly) is particularly tricky for players with wider feet. Shop Nike Mercurial >
Future
Puma’s major pull comes from the FUZIONFIT360 uppers on the Future, it wraps the foot snug inside a dual mesh, stretch-knit lightweight material. It’s cosy. That upper is overlaid with PWRTAPE, which supports key areas of the foot whilst adding durability. As is popular now, it’s available in either mid-cut or low-cut constructions. For wide-footed players, these are the best Puma bootsavailable. There’s space in the toe box and the lacing is highly adaptable. If you want, you can even remove...
Predator Accuracy
As it always has been, the adidas Predatoris built for touch and control. After all, it’s the quintessential midfielder’s boot. The Accuracy includes 3D rubber elements (similar to the earlier Freak) on HybridTouch uppers, which do help to cushion, grip and swerve the ball with ease. Every version of Accuracy has ample surface area for clean control and the instep strike zone is increased, thanks to slightly offset lacing (the sock collar is offset on the laceless ‘+’). Shop adidas Predator >
Mercurial Vapor/Superfly
Nike invented Vaporposite+ upper material for the Vapor 15 and Superfly 9models. This is the grid-like, grippy mesh material that makes ball control a doddle, in any conditions. If the Predator is #1 for midfielders, then this is #1 for forwards. The lightweight feel and sticky uppers will have you dribbling as if it’s glued to your toes. A little thinner than most modern boot silos, it’s a feeling which may be an acquired taste. But if you’ve enjoyed Mercurials over the years, they won’t be...
Future
As we mentioned earlier, the FUZIONFIT360 upper on the Puma Futureis comfortable. But it’s also covered in engineered 3D textures for improved ball control. With a focus on passing, dribbling and finishing, top players are beginning to recognise the quality of the Puma Future. Ask Neymar, for example. The feel on the ball is very good, with the boot’s overall shape offering plenty of surface area instep, outstep and forefoot. Shop Puma Future > READ| The complete guide to Nike's boot range.
Predator Accuracy
An overlooked part of buying new football boots is the soleplate and the traction from it. But the truth is, most modern boots are now advanced enough to cope with any pitch. The Predator Accuracycontains FacetFrame technology, which is more of a power asset than a traction one. Its split outsole is built to deliver added strength behind laced strikes. Adidas’ soleplate options are standard, with firm ground (FG), soft ground (SG), artificial ground (AG), astro turf (TF) and indoor court (IC)...
Mercurial Vapor/Superfly
The FG soleplate of the Vapor and Superflycontains ‘toe-off’ directional tri-studs which aid acceleration and quicker turns. Lightweight build structure on the Nike Mercurial helps to improve traction and responsiveness, giving you a better chance to change direction and shimmy past startled defenders. Alongside the FG model, both the low-cut Vapor and high-cut Superfly are also available in SG, AG, TF and IC options. Shop Nike Mercurial >
Future
The main event with the outsole of the Futureis the Dynamic Motion System (DMS). Created to help provide a foundation for unpredictable changes of direction and bursts of speed. This is an updated version of the first DMS, containing a more stable heel and a more flexible forefoot area. It’s all about sharpness and agility. The Puma Future (both low-cut and mid-cut) is available to buy in Puma’s patented mixed soleplate FG/AG, SG, MG (multi-ground), TF and IC models. Shop Puma Future > READ|...
Predator Accuracy
Looks are subjective, so we’re telling you what we think. Feel free to use the images to judge for yourself. But in our humble opinion, the Accuracy is one of the best adidas bootsthat we’ve seen for a while. It uses nostalgic touches from the 1998 Accelerator. Namely, the angled stripes that continue through the soleplate, plus accenting on the heel. For us, it looks best in the clean, modern laceless model. The original ‘Shock Pink’ colourway would’ve been better as red, but that’s just bei...
Mercurial Vapor/Superfly
One of the most recognisable boot models in history has a hard time reinventing itself year-on-year. But this season’s Mercurialrefresh is unbelievably eye-catching. The whopping ‘Air’ graffiti tag on the instep may put a few people off, but it’s a massive pointing finger towards Nike’s first ever use of Zoom Air tech in its football boots. After all, this is the boot which made Erling Haalandturn down adidas and even ditch his trusty Vapor 14s. For that alone, they can’t be ignored. As alway...
Future
The Futureis somewhat Marmite of the football boot world. You either love it or you hate it. Puma is known for boldness, and the Future is testament to that motto. They’ve experimented with just about every colour on the spectrum for their boots, and this one is no different. Orange, blue, yellow, red. You name it, they’ve tried it. In terms of shaping, for us the low-cut version is less aggressive and therefore easier on the eye. The zig-zag on the upper is odd, but it’ll tickle the fancy of...
Predator Accuracy
All new releases of premium adidas Predator Accuracymodels will set you back £200+ (RRP), with the laceless ‘+’ coming in £50 more expensive (due to increased manufacturing costs). You’re getting top tech for that money, but what if your game isn’t on the elite level? Well, as with all adidas boots, there are takedown models available for less. The ‘.2’ is the second tier and it packs a healthy amount of tech that will perform comfortably throughout any grassroots players’ season. Further dow...
Mercurial Vapor/Superfly
No surprises here, the RRP of the ‘Elite’ models of Nike Mercurialwill cost you £260 (RRP) (Superfly) and £245 (Vapor 15). Yes, it’s a serious investment in your game. Be aware, you’re only going to get Vaporposite+ upper tech in the premium ‘Elite’ model. That’s a big one to miss out on, if you opt for cheaper takedowns. However, you will still get Zoom Air tech in the ‘Pro’ takedown, which is the second tier of the Mercurial. The ‘Pro’ has more than enough for weekend footballers to perform...
Future
Coming in the cheapest of the premium offerings, the Puma Future‘Ultimate’ will have you spilling £200 (RRP) and £190 for the ‘Low’ version. There are also a smattering of special edition Futures which tend to retail around £230-£250. Fine, if you’re a known worshipper of Neymar. Like Nike, Puma’s second tier takedown is named ‘Pro’. With it you’ll get the older FUZIONFIT+ uppers (still very good), but the Dynamic Motion System outsole and PWRTAPE stay. Step down to cheaper ‘Match’ and ‘Play’...
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The Nike Mercurial is currently one of the most popular football boots on the planet, and has been for well over 20 years. Built for the world’s fastest, most adventurous players, the Mercurial debuted in 1998 on the feet of Ronaldo (R9/OG), with the likes of Thierry Henry, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Didier Drogba soon following suit.
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