CLOSER LOOK | NIKE MERCURIAL SUPERFLY CR7 CHAPTER 2

The second of seven is a sparkling sensation as Nike turn to chapter two of the Cristiano Ronaldo Superfly series. It's two down, five to go as we jump in for a closer look at the boot inspired by CR7's first step away from home on the long road to stardom.

The new 'Natural Diamond' design followed on from the first chapter, that paid to tribute to Ronaldo's place of birth, Madeira. The 'Savage Beauty' got the new CR7 series rolling in October last year and now Nike have moved onto the second stage of Cristiano Ronaldo's life, described by the man himself as his most difficult time. Chapter Two focuses on Ronaldo’s move away from home as a 12-year-old child to pursue his dream of becoming a professional footballer.

Wrapped in beautiful shades of metallic blue, the second chapter of Ronaldo's seven part boot series takes its 'Natural Diamond' title from the player's relentless determination and how he's forged his game through hard work over the years. The struggles of leaving home at such a young age are represented on the heel of the boot, which is designed to look rocky and rough, indicating the first few steps in his career. As the boot moves along to the forefoot, it smoothens out to represent Ronaldo's journey to global domination.

Playing further on the 'Natural Diamond' theme, Nike have added a sparkle to the 'CR7' branding on the heel and Swoosh that adorns the upper, giving the whole boot an added sense of exclusivity, a one-of-a-kind vibe that is mirrored by the player that will wear them. Just two boots in and it's already apparent that the full seven boot CR7 series is going to be one of football's most desirable collections. If the seventh is to be Ronaldo's last, it's the perfect way to round off a signature line for one of the world's greatest.

Black & Gold Adidas Ace PureControl Paul Pogba Boots Released

Celebrating the Juventus star joining the Three Stripes, Adidas has launched a stunning, black-and-gold special-edition Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl for Paul Pogba. Following the style of Pogba's iconic custom Nike Magista cleats, Paul Pogba will debut his new Adidas Ace PureControl football boots in tonight's Champions League game against Bayern Munich.

ADIDAS ACE 16+ PURECONTROL PAUL POGBA - BLACK / GOLD

This is the stunning Adidas Ace PureControl created for Paul Pogba.
Taking color advice from the classy Juventus third kit, the Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl Pogba boots are drenched in black and gold. An understated black base is combined with gold Adidas stripes and a gold-metallic sole plate. Additionally, Pogba's special Adidas Ace PureControl cleats boast an interesting all-over print, a design element taken from an upcoming Adidas Ace boot slated for release later this year.

Tech-wise, Pogba's special Adidas Ace PureControl cleats are identical to the regular edition. They boast a never-seen-before laceless Primeknit construction. For more details, Check out our dedicated post on the Adidas Ace PureControl.
Paul Pogba commented, "Adidas believes in my dream of building hype in the world of football. I hope I can leave a footprint and add something exciting and new to this iconic brand. The best is yet to come. This is Pogboom!"
An exclusive production for Paul Pogba, the black-and-gold Adidas Ace PureControl boots will not go on sale.

What are your thoughts on this stunning special-edition Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl for Paul Pogba? Let us know in the comments below.

Cristiano Ronaldo Switches to Modified Pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots

He finally made the switch to the Hyper Pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots. Cristiano Ronaldo today joined up with the group wearing a modified version of the bold pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Soccer Cleats.
Real Madrid's squad trained at Ciudad Real Madrid this morning a week ahead of the 36th edition of the Santiago Bernabéu Trophy that will be played against Galatasaray on August 18. Cristiano Ronaldo rejoined real Madrid's training after he has been out for one week suffering back pain.

CRISTIANO RONALDO TRAINS IN MODIFIED HYPER PINK NIKE MERCURIAL SUPERFLY BOOTS

Close-up picture of Cristiano Ronaldo's Custom Nike Mercurial Superfly Cleats.

This is the new Hyper Pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Cleat.
The new Hyper Pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Summer 2015 Cleats are entirely pink with a black outlined Swoosh and a dark pink carbon fibre sole plate.
The pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots offer the same technologies as the first Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots. Made for speed, the cutting-edge Nike Mercurial Superfly Football Boots feature a knitted upper with a ultra-thin layer of NikeSkin and All Conditions Control. Nike's trademark Dynamic Fit collar is made for a sock-like fit.


Based on the Hyper Pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Lightning Storm Pack Boots, Cristiano Ronaldo's custom pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Soccer Cleats feature a much lower Dynamic Fit collar than the regular version of the Nike Mercurial Superfly Cleats. Interestingly, the right collar of his shoe seems to be even lower than the left collar.

Cristiano Ronaldo wears the SG-Pro version of the Hyper Pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots, similar to most pro-players. Apart from the lower Dynamic Fit collar and the CR7 writing on the outstep, Cristiano Ronaldo's Boots are identical to the retail version.

Cristiano Ronaldo had been training in old Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots until August 11, and also wore the Volt Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots in all pre-season friendlies. The Portuguese striker is set to debut the pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots in the last pre-season friendly against Galatasaray.

It's quite interesting to note that various Nike players lace up in modified boots with a lower Dynamic Fit collar, including FC Bayern Munich midfielder Arturo Vidal and Real Madrid's midfielder Isco.
Pretty pink. What do you think of Cristiano Ronaldo's custom Hyper Pink Nike Mercurial Superfly Boots featuring a lower Dynamic Fit collar? Let us know in the comments below, and also check out the leaked Nike Cristiano Ronaldo 2015-2016 Lava Soccer Boots.