R9's Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 "Chrome Lime" Returns Holiday 2024

As Nike continues to delve into its archives to reintroduce classic football boots, the legendary Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 in the OG "Chrome & Lime" colorway is set for a sensational comeback during the Holiday 2024 season in highly-limited numbers.

This particular boot holds a special place in football history, famously worn by Ronaldo Nazario during Brazil’s victorious 2002 FIFA World Cup campaign. Its reissue is a nod to those glorious moments on the pitch that have left an indelible mark on the sport.

The Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 "Chrome & Lime" is part of a broader trend of retro football gear returning to the market, including the revival of the Nike Total 90 indoor trainer. Fans of the Mercurial line can also look forward to re-releasing other iconic colorways, with the "Dark Cinder" and "Shock Orange" scheduled for Spring and Summer 2025, respectively.

The "Chrome & Lime" variant of the Mercurial Vapor 1 is particularly noted for its striking design and advanced technology for the time, which provided unmatched speed and control on the field. This reissue is expected to retain all the hallmarks of the original, including its sleek, lightweight construction and distinctive color palette that combines a shiny chrome base with vibrant lime accents.

The 2024 reissue will be limited to just 4500 pairs, each arriving with a numbered chrome hangtag.

As we approach the Holiday 2024 season, anticipation builds for the return of this iconic boot. Whether you're a collector of classic football boots or a player looking to recapture the magic of early 2000s football, the Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 "Chrome & Lime" promises to bring a piece of football history back to life.

Official images are now live further below, so keep an eye out for its release, and prepare to step into the shoes of a legend.