An improved 3/4-length Air Zoom unit provides a propulsive and responsive feel for explosive speed and quick cuts, enhancing energy return during play. Made with a sticky material called Nike Gripknit, the upper offers exceptional ball control in both wet and dry conditions.The Flyknit upper ensures a sock-like fit and combines with Gripknit to create the thinnest Mercurial upper to date, bringing you closer to the ball and shortening break-in time.The wave-like traction pattern on the soleplate, along with chevron and blade studs, provides enhanced grip for sharp cuts and rapid acceleration on firm-ground surfaces