- Model: Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 Elite
- Player: Francesco Acerbi
- Condition: Match-Issued
- Season: 2021/22
- Size: No size labels, measured to be UK11/US12
- Soleplate: FG
- Made in: Montebelluna, Italy (Nike Athlete Services)
- Headline Features:
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Ultra-rare, UEFA Euro 2020 Winner Special Edition Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 Elite boots issued to Inter Milan and Italy central defender Francesco Acerbi.
- Issued to Acerbi during the early stages of the 2021/22 season, following Italy’s historic UEFA Euro 2020 triumph.
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One of only three pairs made by Nike for the Italy Euro 2020 squad (Acerbi, Chiesa, and Barella), marking this as a unique commemorative edition.
- Custom chrome FG soleplate and silver glitter laces, celebrating the victory in style.
- Lateral heel of each boot features a graphic of the Italian flag and the inscription ‘NOTTI MAGICHE’ (“Magic Nights”), referencing Italy’s penalty shootout victory over England in the Euro 2020 Final at Wembley Stadium on 11th July 2021.
- Custom insoles display the blue of Italy’s home kit with the Italian flag through the centre, the words ‘NOTTI MAGICHE’, and four stars representing Italy’s World Cup victories.
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Never commercially released — exclusively made for Italy’s Euro 2020 squad members.
- Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.
- Player Features & Modifications:
Professional Construction:
- Custom-built to pro-level specifications at Nike’s Athlete Services factory in Montebelluna, Italy.
- FG soleplate engineered for elite-level traction, agility, and stability.
Personalisation & Commemorative Features:
- ‘NOTTI MAGICHE’ inscription on heel and insoles.
- Italian flag detailing on heel and insoles, combined with four stars on the insoles to represent Italy’s World Cup wins.
- Chrome finish and glitter laces — a unique design not available to the public.
Wear Provenance:
- Directly issued to Acerbi; all features consistent with personal issue boots rather than commercial retail.
- Collector & Investment Significance:
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Euro 2020 Winner’s Edition: One of only three pairs made globally, representing an iconic moment in Italian football history.
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Extreme Rarity: Never commercially available, guaranteeing scarcity and collectible value.
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Cultural & Historical Significance: Commemorates Italy’s penalty shootout victory in the Euro 2020 final against England.
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Authenticity: Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.