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Nike is scheduled to release the Cryoshot Mercurial Chrome ’02 sneaker on its website on Oct. 13 for $200. The shoe reworks the chrome Mercurial Vapor 1 cleats associated with Brazil’s 2002 World Cup win, retaining their reflective look and cleat-inspired details.
Nike is scheduled to release the Cryoshot Mercurial Chrome ’02, a $200 sneaker inspired by the brand’s chrome Mercurial Vapor 1 soccer cleats, on its website on Oct. 13, according to Highsnobiety. The shoe translates a design linked to Brazil’s 2002 World Cup campaign into a streetwear model while retaining prominent chrome and soccer-inspired details.
The sneaker draws from the original Mercurial Vapor 1 “Chrome” cleats, which Brazilian forward Ronaldo wore during the 2002 World Cup, when Brazil won its fifth World Cup title. Highsnobiety describes the new Cryoshot as carrying over the cleat’s shiny, wavy-patterned upper and lime-green accents. The design keeps a visible link to its on-field source rather than simply borrowing the color scheme.
According to the report, the shoe also preserves cleated-looking bottoms, enclosed behind a transparent sole unit. This construction presents the studs as part of the sneaker’s visual design, while the product is being released as a casual shoe rather than described as match footwear. Highsnobiety lists the price at $200 and says the release is planned for Nike’s website.
The model is part of Nike’s Cryoshot line, which has recast football footwear as casual sneakers. Highsnobiety cites earlier examples including the Cryoshot Mercurial Vapor R9 and Tiempo 94. The Mercurial Chrome ’02 is the latest design in that series to bring a recognizable cleat reference into a sneaker format.
A World Cup Cleat Recast for Streetwear
The release gives a well-known football design a new use beyond the pitch. For sneaker buyers, the chrome finish, lime accents and enclosed cleat details make the shoe a distinct reinterpretation of a historic Nike boot, rather than a conventional training or match cleat. Its listed $200 price also places it as a premium lifestyle sneaker.
The launch reflects how sports brands can draw on archived footwear to create products for everyday wear. Nike’s Cryoshot approach carries the visual identity of earlier boots into a different category, allowing the brand to market football heritage to sneaker audiences without presenting the shoe as performance equipment. The available report does not provide technical performance claims or details about how the model is intended to be worn.
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From Ronaldo’s 2002 Boots to Cryoshot
The design reference has a specific place in football history: the Mercurial Vapor 1 “Chrome” was worn by Ronaldo during Brazil’s 2002 World Cup-winning run. The source report says the original gleaming cleats returned in 2024, with Brazilian player Vini Jr. associated with that return. The new 2026 product shifts the same look into Nike’s Cryoshot sneaker line.
Highsnobiety describes Cryoshot releases as casual-scale treatments of iconic Nike cleats. The line’s cited models include the Mercurial Vapor R9 and Tiempo 94. That background helps explain why the Chrome ’02 keeps visible football cues, including the cleat-like shapes under its transparent sole, even as Nike positions it as a sneaker.
“The newest sneakers draw inspiration from the original Mercurial Vapor 1 “Chrome” cleats, worn by Ronaldo when he led Brazil to its fifth World Cup title in 2002.”
— Highsnobiety
Release Details Still to Confirm
The source report gives an intended Oct. 13 release date, Nike’s website as the sales channel and a $200 price, but it does not specify the release time, available sizes, quantities or whether the launch will be limited to particular markets. It also does not include a direct statement from Nike confirming those details.
Some features are described visually rather than through product specifications. The report does not say what materials make up the upper, whether the sole construction is purely decorative or provide information about fit and cushioning. It also offers no claim that the sneaker is suitable for soccer play. Buyers should check Nike’s listing for final product and availability information.
Nike’s Listing Will Set the Final Terms
The next expected milestone is the sneaker’s scheduled appearance on Nike’s website on Oct. 13. That listing should clarify the release time, sizing, materials and availability by market if those details are provided. Until then, the reported date and $200 price are the available launch information, rather than confirmation of stock levels or broader retail distribution.
Key Questions
When is the Nike Cryoshot Mercurial Chrome ’02 scheduled to release?
Highsnobiety reports that it is scheduled to release on Oct. 13 on Nike’s website. The report does not give a release time.
How much will the sneaker cost?
The reported retail price is $200. Final regional pricing is not specified in the source report.
What inspired the sneaker’s design?
It draws on Nike’s Mercurial Vapor 1 “Chrome” cleats, worn by Ronaldo during Brazil’s 2002 World Cup-winning campaign. Reported carryovers include the chrome, wavy upper pattern, lime-green accents and cleat-inspired sole details.
Is the Cryoshot Mercurial Chrome ’02 a soccer cleat?
The source describes it as a sneaker in Nike’s Cryoshot line. It does not identify the model as performance footwear for playing soccer.
Are sizing and availability details confirmed?
No. The report does not give size information, stock levels or market-by-market availability. Nike’s product listing is expected to provide any final details.
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