Nike's $150 Tiempo Ligera Pro Football Boot Is Approved by Virgil van Dijk

There's no other way to put it: good quality football boots are expensive. The latest and greatest technology arguably deserves the higher price tag, but there's a segment of the market ripe for a quality boot that doesn't break the bank.

That's what makes the Nike Tiempo Ligera Pro so special.

Unveiled alongside the premium Tiempo Maestro Elite franchise, the budget-friendlier Ligera Pro took a backseat to the brand's reworked football boot. Besides, history has showcased that takedown editions of innovative tech don't always live up to standards, leading countless athletes to hope to catch Elite product on sale. The verdict on the Tiempo Ligera Pro, however, has been much more favorable by ballers of all skill levels.

Netherlands and Liverpool FC captain Virgil van Dijk is one of the boots' co-signers.

For $150, the Tiempo Ligera Pro delivers an upper consisting of the highly-praised TECHLEATHER material. Soft to the touch and requiring virtually no break-in time, the material has been treated to provide a more consistent touch in wet or dry conditions than natural leather. Over time, TECHLEATHER adapts to the shape of your foot to ensure a comfortable fit that enhances ball-feel.

Underfoot, the conical studs offer the perfect amount of traction for firm ground in a classic package. Air Zoom units and fancy bladed teeth don't appear on the Ligera Pro, but that doesn't stop the boot from performing at a top level.

Lastly, the boots are light, which the legs will be thankful for as matches progress.

Enjoy closer shots of the Ligera Pro football boot ahead. Pairs are now available via Nike.com with an MSRP of $150. Turf versions are also available.

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