Neymar has been given his own signature edition of the Mercurial Vapor.
After being tabbed for greatness when he just a teenager, Neymar has fulfilled his promise and risen to prominence as one of the game's elite players. The "Written in the Stars" Mercurial Vapor tells the story of his phenomenal career so far.
Brasil’s flag inspires the boot's color palette (which is amplified to vibrant Blue Orbit and Volt) and is also reflected by a Southern Cross constellation graphic.
References to Neymar Jr.’s family also appear. 11.03.96 references the birthdate of his beloved little sister, Rafaella. 24.08.11 signifies the birthdate of Neymar Jr.’s son, David Lucca. Neymar Jr.’s birthdate, 02.05.92 is on the boot as well, as is his top speed, 34.7 KM/H. The dotted geographical figures on the boot mimic maps of Barcelona and Brasil, respectively.
Several of Neymar's goals are commemorated on the boot, including his first goals for Brazil and Barcelona. The boot also marks his first goal against Real Madrid on October 26, 2013 and Neymar Jr.’s goal in the 2015 Champions League Final. Upon close inspection, one can see the “constellations” on the boot depict the path the ball took in the build-up to each of the goals referenced.
Neymar's daring yet joyful style of play is further captured on the lace aglets of the boot, which read “Ousadia” and “Alegria” (“daring” and “joy” in the player's native Portuguese).
Neymar Jr.'s “Written in the Stars” Mercurial Vapor launches July 28 at Nike Miami and is available July 29 on nike.com.