7, 2013 - Nike Mercurial Vapor IX - Retooled for ultimate control.

With everything else sorted, Nike set upon creating the new Mercurial with complete control for the player.

ACC (All Conditions Control) featured for the first time, providing a consistent feel in wet or dry conditions as well as Speed Control with a texture similar to a golf ball. A light plate with two distinct glass pieces offered increased flexibility and twin studs for an ultra-responsive boost with traction in every direction.
 
CR7's Mercurial Vapor IX edition was painted with neon colours, complimented nicely by a Safari print on a textured upper. 

8, 2014 - Nike Mercurial Superfly IV - A slingshot for the foot.

A SOCK?! Yep, that's a sock. This version of the Mercurial was designed for the player who is always a step ahead of his marker.

A new knit style was seen with Nike Flyknit technology on the upper. The mid-top Dynamic Fit Collar supposedly improved the connection between player and boot. The foot became locked to the boot's core, with a full-length carbon plate for efficient transfer of power through the ground. 

Released for the 2014 Brazil FIFA World Cup, the Superfly held the Dynamic Fit Collar, just like the Magista. A bright peach colour grabbed the attention of so many, making the release the favourite for some. 

9, 2016 - Nike Mercurial Superfly V - Four firsts raise the bar again.

The idea behind this one? Unleash a player's full speed potential, creating the ultimate expression of Mercurial.

The gap that once existed underfoot was no more, with engineers utilising a new anatomical plate that mapped the natural contours of the player's foot. The boot came with a 40-percent lighter soleplate, that was even stronger and more responsive than previous models. 

The aesthetic potential of the Mercurial Superfly V is best articulated by CR7's series of special edition colourways.

Something big is dropping. 08.02.18. Stay tuned to FTBL for more.