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Cristiano Ronaldo Debuts New Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 “Dragonfly” in Juventus Match

Cristiano Ronaldo has given the next generation of the Nike Mercurial Superfly its on-pitch debut. The Portuguese forward wore the new “Dragonfly” colorway

By The Boot Room Editorial Team · Jul 16, 2026 · 2 min read
First Look at Cristiano Ronaldo in New Mercurial Superfly 8

Cristiano Ronaldo has given the next generation of the Nike Mercurial Superfly its on-pitch debut. The Portuguese forward wore the new “Dragonfly” colorway during the second half of the Serie A match between Juventus and Bologna FC at Allianz Stadium. This is the first time Ronaldo has changed boots since November, marking one of his longest runs in a single Mercurial Superfly color scheme.

On-Pitch Debut

Ronaldo started the match wearing his previous Dream Speed boots but switched to the Dragonfly after halftime. The timing suggests he may have been easing the new silo into game action. The switch came during a competitive fixture, giving the boots their first real test in a top‑flight match.

Design Inspiration

The latest edition—what will be known as the Mercurial Superfly 8—features a bold, electric colorway designed to stand out. The pattern draws inspiration from the natural geometry of a dragonfly’s wing, while the ultra‑bright palette uses a digital psychedelic style inspired by a computer motherboard. This design pays homage to iconic Mercurial releases over the past 23 years.

Technical Updates

The next‑generation silo moves away from the previous Flyknit construction. Instead, it introduces a new Vaporposite upper that combines a grippy grid mesh with a premium lining, aimed at improving ball control at high speeds. Underfoot, the Nike Aerotrak plate is designed to deliver responsiveness for quick cuts and acceleration.

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