Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite FG football boots "Breakout Pack"
IO1560-900
Part of Nike’s eye-catching Breakout Pack for the 2026 World Cup, this sleek, agile Mercurial Vapor 17 stuns with striking multi-colour tones. An awe-inspiring representation of speed, its upper shifts through electrifying shades of pink before transitioning to translucent white as it nears the sole. An exaggerated black Swoosh swoops boldly along the lateral flank and forefoot, with a smaller one adorning the medial ankle alongside the lettering down the heel and the Mercurial logo on the collar. Animalistic black and red lines ripple across the insole, while the FlyLite sole plate shimmers with a mesmerising iridescence that elevates the aesthetic. Another Swoosh emerges underfoot, and the Vapor’s high-tech features are announced with minimal black text in a subtle finish to this powerful football boot.
First launched in 2002, the Nike Mercurial Vapor has always been based around maximum speed and agility. To achieve its aims, the series has incorporated the most cutting-edge innovations in Nike Football, from strong yet lightweight Flyknit materials to advanced ball control technologies such as Gripknit and ultra-lightweight soleplates. Worn by masters of the game from Thierry Henry to Vinícius Júnior, it remains one of Nike’s premier speed boots, allowing nimble strikers, attacking midfielders and technical dribblers to use a quick first touch and sharp footwork to gain the edge over defenders.
Atomknit: A cutting-edge version of Nike’s Flyknit material engineered for elite sporting performance. The yarns are mechanically stretched to maximum elasticity, giving excellent structural integrity while remaining incredibly thin. It is also Nike’s most lightweight upper material to date, adding to the Mercurial Vapor’s unprecedented featherweight feel.
FlyLite plate: A thin, durable, ultra-lightweight composite soleplate designed to maximise speed.
ACC (All Conditions Control): A special water-repellent treatment applied to the upper to ensure consistent friction against the ball in both wet and dry conditions. It is fully integrated into the upper material so as not to wear away or lose effectiveness over time.
Seamless, one-piece Atomknit upper is incredibly lightweight to allow the player to reach top speed with ease.
Pliable material moves with the foot while keeping its shape over time, meaning that lockdown performance remains high over many hours of use.
Internal plastic heel structure gives solid stability and holds the foot securely in place.
Integrated Flyknit tongue offers comfortable stretch over the top of the foot, with perforations for added breathability.
Flyknit collar sits comfortably around the ankles.
Soft microfibre lining and slim, cushy padding deliver plush fit around the heel without adding too much weight.
Natural microtexture of the woven fabric grips the ball effectively during passing, dribbling and striking, thus enhancing control and providing consistent touch. Importantly, this continues on the large Swoosh swooping across the forefoot so that the feel is not affected by the aesthetic.
ACC treatment adds further reliability as it ensures the same quick, precise touch in both dry and wet conditions.
Thin material feels like an extension of the foot, giving incredible boot-to-ball connection with each strike for outstanding touch and control. This instant feedback also makes it easy to react and adjust in an instant.
Anatomical design contours to the foot, producing a snug yet natural fit that is comfortable and secure for a confidence-boosting, locked-in feel.
Highly durable eyelets have been doubled up so that they stay firmly in place during dynamic movement throughout the entire match, thus maximising containment.
No midsole to speak of, just a thin, perforated strobel that sits directly over the soleplate. This maintains the football boot’s lightweight, low-profile design, keeping the player well-connected to the ground.
FlyLite soleplate is thin and strong, contributing to the Vapor’s incredibly lightweight, agile design while giving the necessary support underfoot.
Rounded chevron studs offer elite-level, multidirectional traction through all types of movement, from swift cuts to sudden stops and controlled rotational pivots. They also feel stable when biting the ground before quickly releasing so as not to hinder footwork.
Chevron shape performs well in both dry and wet conditions.
Design and arrangement of the studs is inspired by sprint-spikes, allowing a powerful first step to get ahead of defenders, facilitating rapid turns of speed in tight spaces and generally supporting players with fast feet.
Flex point in the forefoot allows natural flexion.
Ultra-thin plate provides excellent foot-to-ground connection, thus offering the wearer immediate response when transitioning between each step.
Row of secondary studs in the forefoot gives greater comfort and helps generate powerful acceleration.
Cutout section in the midfoot keeps weight to an absolute minimum.
Soft foam insole with plush mesh lining gives comfort without compromising ground feel.
Perforations across its entire surface further drop weight.
Insole can be removed to customise underfoot experience.