Designed for speed and agility, the Nike Zoom Mercurial Vapor 15 is one of those boots I was ultra excited about getting to test out. They feature a lightweight design with a streamlined, low-cut profile that allows for quick movements on the field. When it comes to the Superfly vs Vapor 15 comparison, there is only one significant difference, and that is in the dynamic mid-cut collar. If you are a fan of a higher ankle cut with lockdown, then the Superfly is absolutely the way to go. But if you prefer a more tradition cut around the ankle that offers a little more freedom, then it is the Vap ..read more

adidas has released a new Parley Boot Pack – the first ever soccer collection to be made in part with Parley Ocean Plastic, re-imagined plastic waste, intercepted on remote islands, beaches, coastal communities and shorelines, preventing it from polluting our ocean. Boasting stunning lucid blue and white colorways, each release in the pack features elegant wave-patterned designs. Spanning all of its key boot franchises – Predator Accuracy, X Speedportal and Copa Pure – the new pack strengthens adidas commitment to contributing to help reduce plastic waste. The adidas Football x Parley Pack is ..read more

It is official – Nike has announced that it will stop using k-leather in soccer cleats this year. Nike’s announcement stating its intentions comes fresh on the heels of Puma’s announcement that they were moving away from kangaroo leather. It is the Tiempo line that is primarily affected, with Nike stating it will release a new version this summer. “This summer, Nike will launch a new boot innovation in its Tiempo franchise. The Tiempo Legend Elite will debut with a new Nike-only, proprietary synthetic upper. The upper has a new material that is a better performance solution and replaces the u ..read more

PUMA has dropped the latest signature Neymar Jr collection, featuring splashes of colorand fluid graphics and named the Creativity Pack. Included in the pack is the signature Neymar FUTURE NJR Ultimate Creativity – PUMA are encouraging playmakers to find their flow, trust their instincts, show off their skills and go create. Creativity knows no bounds and neither does Neymar Jr. who unlocks the potential in every moment on pitch, creating excitement in the stadium and raising the crowd from their seats. Inspired by the man himself, the FUTURE NJR Creativity represents the joy, inspiration and ..read more

Something that Nike has become really good at is producing high performing mid-tier silo options. Case in point, the latest Phantom GX Pro that provides control focused performance in an affordably priced package. Dressed in stealth black, this version features a low cut knit collar that is built into the overall design, providing a snug locked-in feel. The upper also features an intricate pattern that impacts touch on the ball. Unusually, the Phantom GX Elite has been slow to transition into the US market. Pairs are only now starting to ship from big retailers. As a result, it has given us e ..read more

This is one we have been expecting the past few weeks, as PUMA announced a new long-term partnership with Man City winger, Jack Grealish. The most expensive British player of all time, and highly regarded as one of the most creative and exciting players in Europe, Jack is a Premier League champion and boasts over 290* professional appearances including 29 caps for the England National Team. Dubbed ‘Super Jack’ by the City faithful, Grealish has a distinct style both on and off the pitch. He is a creative spark, a true playmaker able to dictate the flow of games and breakdown defenses. His sty ..read more

Nike continue to push the new Phantom GX Elite silo by releasing a second bold new colorway for the control boot in a month! This one takes on a multi-color graphic Flyknit as part of the “Link” pack, offering players a look we haven’t seen on a soccer cleat before. There is a dynamic contrast between the front and rear portions of the upper, with a toned down gray pattern on the Gripknit forefoot and a rainbow knit along the midfoot through heel. The Phantom GX boot serves the future of athletes and sport through the introduction of Nike Gripknit, a brand new Nike exclusive yarn coated ..read more

Which is the better adidas laceless option? Copa PURE+ or X Speedportal+ Now that I’ve had a chance to test both, the answer is pretty clear. And what it really all comes down to is personal preference and expectation! Both have been a joy to wear, but the performance and experience has been very different. Each silo represents something different, intended to cater to a specific type of player. To give you a better idea on which suits you best, I’ve broken down a brief comparison of both in different key categories. *Sidenote – I obviously decided to compare them AFTER testing, so the images ..read more

The legacy continues: KING is back Introducing the brand-new KING, supercharged by K-BETTER material. 0% LEATHER. 110% KING. PUMA has redesigned its legendary KING silo and released a 2023 version that features their new K-BETTER technology, a material that delivers exceptional performance without using kangaroo leather. The PUMA KING has been worn by legendary players such as Johan Cruyff, Diego Maradona, Eusébio, Lothar Matthäus and Pelé, who dominated the international game for decades. Now the KING is returning to the pitch supercharged with the latest PUMA technology and for the first t ..read more

Puma has created and delivered a very special, one of a kind pair of ULTRA Ultimate to Olivier Giroud, celebrating the fact he is now the leading goalscorer in French history. It was 11 years ago when Giroud scored his first international goal, he has reached the 52 mark in the years since. The French colors adorn the side of the boot, with the signature Puma logo bathed in a glorious metallic gold. Check the clip below to see more of the boots and watch how they were delivered to the AC Milan striker. Built for explosive speed, the ULTRA ULTIMATE fuses a new ultra-lightweight woven upper wit ..read more