Designed for the elite footballer, the Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Pro FG football boots are engineered for unparalleled speed, responsiveness, and precise ball control on firm ground pitches. While optimized for explosive performance and agile maneuvers, their specialized firm-ground soleplate means they are best suited for natural grass fields.
Zoom Air Cushioning: Features a cascading wave of traction at the forefoot, which engages more of the Zoom Air unit upon ground contact, generating increased energy return and a responsive feel.
Lightweight TPE Soleplate: Engineered with tuned flex zones to provide an explosive spring off the ground and enhance stability during high-speed movements.
Nextgen Chevron and Bladed Traction: An evolved stud configuration combines chevron and blade studs for optimal grip, allowing for quick directional changes and explosive acceleration in every direction.
Lightweight Flyknit Upper with Tacky Finish: Wraps the foot for unrivalled comfort and support, bringing you closer to the ball. The tacky skin finish helps enhance ball control for precise dribbling.
Cushioned Insole: Provides additional comfort and helps absorb impact during intense play.
Firm Ground (FG) Specificity: Specifically designed and optimized for performance on natural grass, firm ground pitches, ensuring maximum traction and stability.
Exceptional Speed & Responsiveness: Zoom Air cushioning provides superior energy return for explosive acceleration.
Optimal Traction: Evolved stud pattern delivers excellent grip for quick cuts and directional changes.
Lightweight Comfort: Flyknit upper offers a snug, supportive, and breathable fit.
Enhanced Ball Control: Tacky skin finish on the upper improves touch and dribbling precision.
Player Endorsed Design: Part of the Mercurial range endorsed by top professional players.
Surface Specific: Designed exclusively for firm ground; not suitable for artificial turf or soft ground.
Snug Fit: The Flyknit upper provides a close fit which might feel tight for players with wider feet.
Care Intensive: Requires proper cleaning and care to maintain performance and durability due to specialized materials.
Exceptional Speed & Responsiveness: Zoom Air cushioning provides superior energy return for explosive acceleration.
Optimal Traction: Evolved stud pattern delivers excellent grip for quick cuts and directional changes.
Lightweight Comfort: Flyknit upper offers a snug, supportive, and breathable fit.
Enhanced Ball Control: Tacky skin finish on the upper improves touch and dribbling precision.
Player Endorsed Design: Part of the Mercurial range endorsed by top professional players.
Surface Specific: Designed exclusively for firm ground; not suitable for artificial turf or soft ground.
Snug Fit: The Flyknit upper provides a close fit which might feel tight for players with wider feet.
Care Intensive: Requires proper cleaning and care to maintain performance and durability due to specialized materials.
The Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Pro FG is built for players whose game revolves around speed, agility, and precision. On firm natural grass pitches, the boot's innovative Zoom Air cushioning truly shines, delivering a sensation of 'spring' in every step. This makes it ideal for wingers, forwards, and attacking midfielders who rely on bursts of acceleration and rapid changes of direction to beat opponents. The nextgen chevron and bladed traction system provides reliable grip, ensuring you can stop, pivot, and launch into action without losing a fraction of a second. The Flyknit upper conforms to your foot, offering a 'second-skin' feel that enhances touch and control, making dribbling and close-quarters ball manipulation more intuitive. The tacky skin finish on the upper further aids in ball control, allowing for confident, precise passes and shots. This boot is particularly effective in dry to slightly damp conditions on well-maintained firm pitches, where its specialized soleplate can perform optimally. Players like Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, and Cristiano Ronaldo endorse the Mercurial range for its ability to unlock their full speed potential.
Lacing: Ensure boots are laced securely but not overly tight. Use the lacing system to achieve a comfortable and supportive fit around your foot.
Break-in Period: Like most high-performance boots, these may require a short break-in period. Wear them for a few light training sessions before a full match to allow them to conform to your foot shape.
Surface: These are Firm Ground (FG) boots, designed exclusively for use on natural grass pitches that are firm and dry. Using them on artificial turf (AG) or soft ground (SG) can damage the soleplate and studs, and may invalidate any warranty. It can also lead to injury.
Fit: The Flyknit upper is designed for a snug, sock-like fit. Ensure you select the correct UK size (e.g., UK 7).
Cleaning: After each use, remove excess dirt and mud from the upper and soleplate using a soft brush or damp cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive materials.
Drying: Allow boots to air dry naturally at room temperature. Do not place them directly on heat sources (e.g., radiators) or in direct sunlight, as this can damage the materials and adhesives.
Storage: Store boots in a cool, dry place, ideally in a boot bag to protect them. Using newspaper or a boot tree inside can help maintain their shape and absorb moisture.
Inspection: Regularly check studs for wear or damage. Worn studs can reduce traction and increase the risk of injury.