That collar hug when you first pull these on. The Superfly's Dynamic Fit collar wraps your ankle and holds it, so nothing shifts when you plant and cut. That's what a low-cut cleat can't give you, and here it's at the Academy price.

The collar is the whole point

The Dynamic Fit collar is what sets the Superfly apart from a low-cut cleat. It sits snug around the ankle, so on a hard cut your foot stays locked over the plate instead of sliding inside. Want the Superfly's mid-cut hold without paying for the Elite? This is it.

One plate for grass and the in-between days

FG/MG means firm ground and multi ground. Firm ground is natural grass. Multi ground handles the harder, patchy pitches midweek. The lightweight plate runs chevron studs that grip both, so you're not swapping cleats when the field changes. Browse more Nike Shadow Soccer Cleats. Mostly on turf? The Superfly 11 Club Turf is the turf build of the same model.

Product Details

• Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 Academy, Shadow Pack (FA26)
• Black/Illusion Green-Black colorway
• Dynamic Fit collar for ankle lockdown
• NikeSkin upper for a clean touch
• Lightweight plate, chevron studs
• Firm Ground / Multi Ground (FG/MG) traction

Fit Notes

Mercurial builds run narrow and snug, true to Nike's speed silhouette. Between sizes or wider feet? Size up a half. The collar takes a wear or two to settle, so break them in at training before match day.

Care and Maintenance

• Brush off dirt and grass after each session
• Wipe with a damp cloth, then air dry away from heat
• Never machine wash or tumble dry; heat warps the plate
• Stuff with newspaper to hold shape overnight

FAQs about the Nike Superfly 11 Academy

What makes the Academy different from the Elite?

You get the Superfly's Dynamic Fit collar and FG/MG plate at a friendlier price. The Elite runs a lighter upper and sharper plate, but the Academy covers what most club players need.

Can I wear these on turf?

They're built for firm and multi ground, so natural grass and firmer pitches. For turf, grab the Superfly 11 Club Turf instead.

Do they run true to size?

They fit snug and slightly narrow like most Mercurial cleats. Wider feet should size up a half.

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