- Model: Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly III
- Player: Aaron Lennon
- Condition: Match Worn
- Season: 2011/12
- Size: No size labels, measured to be UK7.5 / US8.5
- Soleplate: FG (Mercurial Vapor VII Configuration)
- Made in: Montebelluna, Italy (Nike Athlete Services)
- Headline Features:
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Ultra-rare Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly III match worn boots used by former England winger, Aaron Lennon, during the 2011/12 Barclays Premier League and Europa League campaign.
- Specially custom made to measure in Nike’s Athlete Services factory in Montebelluna, Italy, tailored precisely to Lennon’s foot shape.
- Features a custom FG soleplate with stud configuration lifted from the Mercurial Vapor VII model, including a full-length carbon fibre plate for reinforcement.
- The boots’ overall profile is lower than the retail variant, with almost flat toe boxes for enhanced comfort and performance.
- Lateral embroidery of “GOD IS LOVE” personalises the boots to Lennon.
- Fully authenticated with the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity.
- Match History:
UEFA Europa League Qualifying:
- 18th August 2011 — Hearts 0-5 Spurs, Tynecastle Park (Lennon scored 1 goal & created 1 assist).
Premier League:
- 22nd August 2011 — Manchester United 3-0 Spurs, Old Trafford.
- 28th August 2011 — Spurs 1-5 Manchester City, White Hart Lane.
UEFA Europa League:
- 29th September 2011 — Spurs 3-1 Shamrock Rovers, White Hart Lane (Group A).
2011 Vodacom Challenge (Pre-Season):
- 16th July 2011 — Kaizer Chiefs 1-0 Spurs, Peter Mokaba Stadium.
- 19th July 2011 — Orlando Pirates 1-1 Spurs, Mbombela Stadium.
- 23rd July 2011 — Orlando Pirates 0-3 Spurs, Coca-Cola Park Stadium.
Pre-Season Friendly:
- 30th July 2011 — Brighton 2-3 Spurs, Amex Stadium.
- Match & Season Context:
- Worn in multiple high-magnitude fixtures during the 2011/12 season, including Premier League matches against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
- Represents Lennon’s elite-level performance during his peak period at Tottenham Hotspur.
- Player Features & Modifications:
Professional Construction:
- Custom-built in Montebelluna to meet Lennon’s exact foot measurements and comfort requirements, including adjustments for a minor foot injury at the time.
- Upper of the left boot slightly thicker than the right for additional protection due to the injury.
Personalisation:
- Embroidered message “GOD IS LOVE” to the lateral side of the upper.
- Collector & Investment Significance:
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Rare Match-Worn: Elite Premier League and Europa League boots from Aaron Lennon, a former England international and top-flight winger.
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Custom Modifications: Soleplate and upper adaptations make this pair unique and highly collectible.
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Match-Worn Provenance: Documented use in high-profile fixtures.
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Long-Term Value: Early 2010s player-issued Mercurials with personalisation continue to appreciate in rarity and significance.