Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite FG

The Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite FG is Nike's current speed cleat, released in June 2026, and its priority is still low weight. The upper uses Atomknit, a thin knit from the Flyknit family, with an All Conditions Control (ACC) finish intended to keep ball touch consistent in wet and dry weather. Underneath, a light Flylite plate with chevron-shaped studs is aimed at quick acceleration and sharp direction changes on firm natural grass. It is a low-cut design, and the Mercurial line is known for a narrow fit, so players with wide feet should look at other models. Choose it if speed is the core of your game and you accept less support and stability than heavier cleats offer.