Highly Rated

Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite

Firm-Ground Low-Top Soccer Cleats

$270

Highly Rated

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Firm Ground

Artificial Grass

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Obsessed with speed? So are the game's biggest stars. That's why we made these Elite cleats with an improved 3/4-length Air Zoom unit. It gives you and the sport's fastest players the propulsive feel needed to break through the back line. The result is the most responsive Mercurial we've ever made, because you demand greatness from yourself and your footwear.

Shown: Racer Blue/White
Style: FQ1457-446

Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite

$270

Obsessed with speed? So are the game's biggest stars. That's why we made these Elite cleats with an improved 3/4-length Air Zoom unit. It gives you and the sport's fastest players the propulsive feel needed to break through the back line. The result is the most responsive Mercurial we've ever made, because you demand greatness from yourself and your footwear.

Fast Traction

The wave-like traction pattern works with the Air Zoom unit to unlock your blazing speed. It takes up more surface area of the Air Zoom unit compared to the Vapor 15 while providing the right amount of grip. It combines with chevron and blade studs to help you stop when making cuts.

Exceptional Touch

Nike Gripknit, a sticky material that provides exceptional touch to the ball, gives you the control you needs when dribbling at high speeds. It provides equal grip in wet or dry conditions.

Snug Fit

The Flyknit upper, engineered for the game's fastest players, provides a sock-like fit. It combines with Gripknit to form the thinnest Mercurial upper to date, bringing you closer to the ball and shortening break-in time.

Product Details

For use on dry, natural-grass fields
Cushioned sockliner
Shown: Racer Blue/White
Style: FQ1457-446

Size & Fit

Contoured: designed for a contoured fit, enabling a barefoot boot-to-ball sensation and enhanced lockdown

Snug fit; if you prefer a slightly looser fit, we recommend ordering a half-size up

Size Guide

Shipping & Returns

Pick-up available at select Nike Stores.

Reviews (163)

4.6 Stars

Great styling
Sha_kayz22 - Jan 07, 2026
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Fits and looks great I can’t wait to see my daughter hit the field
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Very good quality
Luke - Jan 06, 2026
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very comfy, they have good inside padding, and the grip knit is very impressive
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Great looking sturdy boots
JoW189843301 - Jan 02, 2026
Lovely boots. My son loves them. The boots come with a bag too so very happy