Nike Break 'Em Pack: the red and white pack

What is the Nike Break 'Em Pack?

The Nike Break 'Em Pack is a colour pack: Nike applies a consistent visual identity, dominated by red, white, and gold, across several of its football shoe models. You will find on this page shoes with different shapes and uses, linked by their appearance rather than their construction. The pack belongs to the Spring-Summer 2026 collection and covers the Mercurial, Phantom, and Tiempo lines, in both adult and child versions. Alongside the shoes, the jersey and shorts feature the same colour treatment.

This type of pack mainly appeals to two types of players: those who want a visible pair on the pitch and an eye-catching look, and those who want to match their boots with the rest of their outfit. If you want to compare with other releases for the season, the New packs page gathers all the packs currently tracked on Foot-Store.

Mercurial, Phantom, Tiempo: which shoes make up the pack?

The pack is available in the three main families of Nike football shoes, which you can filter separately from this page:

• The Mercurial line, represented here by the Mercurial Vapor 17 and the Mercurial Superfly 11, meaning the two silhouettes of the family: one with a low cut and one with a high cut. This is the most represented family in this pack, generally chosen by players who rely on speed and making runs.
• The Phantom line, available in the pack with the Phantom 6, offered in both high and low versions depending on your preferred ankle cut. It is more aimed at players who spend a lot of time on the ball, in dribbling and passing.
• The Tiempo line, the most classic of the three, represented in the pack by the Tiempo Ligera Pro and the Tiempo Maestro. This is the family preferred by players who value immediate comfort and a soft upper.

The constructions evolve from season to season, even within the same family: the technical sheet for each model details its upper, sole, and cut for this collection. This is where to look before deciding between two similar pairs.

FG, AG, MG, Turf: which sole should you choose in this pack?

The abbreviation that follows the model name indicates the type of ground the sole is designed for, and it's the first filter to apply even before choosing a colour. In the Break 'Em Pack, you will find FG, AG, FG/AG, MG, and Turf versions.

• FG for natural grass pitches, the most common case in clubs.
• AG for artificial grass, very common in training centres and urban pitches.
• FG/AG for a sole designed for both surfaces, useful if you switch between them during training.
• MG for multi-ground use.
• Turf for hard surfaces with short grass, present here in a children's model.

If you play all your matches on the same surface, opt for the dedicated sole. If you alternate between grass and synthetic during the week, an FG/AG or MG sole saves you from having to buy two pairs.

Elite, Pro, Academy, Club: what do these terms mean?

These terms refer to the different levels of finish for the same model from Nike, from the most advanced to the most accessible: Elite, Pro, Academy and then Club. The Break 'Em Pack is available at these four levels, meaning you can keep the same design while changing your budget and materials.

In practical terms, the higher you go in the range, the more the upper and sole are designed for competition; the lower you go, the more the shoe is intended for regular use without any particular requirements. The materials used for each level vary from collection to collection, so the useful comparison is done on the product sheet of the two pairs you're considering, not on the name alone. For a player training one to two times a week, the intermediate levels are usually sufficient; the Elite versions are primarily aimed at those who play in regular competitions.

Is the Break 'Em Pack available in children's sizes?

Yes, a large part of the pack is available in children's sizes, and this is one of the strong points of this page. The Mercurial Vapor 17, Mercurial Superfly 11, Phantom 6, and Tiempo Maestro are offered in junior versions, with the same sole designs as the adults: FG, AG, FG/AG, MG, or Turf.

This allows a young player to wear the same colourway as the models seen in professional matches, and for siblings or a parent and child to have the same pair in two sizes. For a growing child, the Academy and Club levels are often the most sensible choice since the pair will need to be replaced in the next season. Be sure to check the size correspondence on the model sheet chosen: children's and adult sizes do not overlap in the same way across the different lines.

Can you match the jersey and shorts to the pack?

Yes, the Break 'Em Pack is not limited to the shoes: the jersey and shorts feature the same colour treatment. You can thus create a coherent training outfit, shoes included, without having to search for each piece individually across multiple pages.

This is useful if you're gearing up for individual sessions, a camp, or a futsal game with friends, where you're not bound by club colours. For official match use, the team jersey is still required: in this case, only the shoes from the pack accompany you on the pitch.

What are the other football boot packs of the season?

The Break 'Em Pack is not the only release at the moment, and comparing packs is often the best way to find the colour you really like. Each of these pages groups models from the same pack:

• The Nike Black Pack, for those looking for the opposite of a flashy colour, and the Nike Breakout, another variation of the Nike lines.
• The Nike Showtime and its equivalent from the feline brand, the Puma Showtime, if you want to compare two packs with the same name from one brand to another.
• The Nike Mbappe 26, for shoes linked to a specific player, like the adidas F50 Messi on the other side.
• From adidas, the adidas Final Rush, the adidas Chaos vs. Control, and the adidas Road to Glory, three packs covering the lines of the three-stripe brand.
• From Puma, the Puma Level Up, the Puma Eclipse, and the Puma Arrival.
• And from some less expected brands in the boot market, the New Balance Neon Tide, the Mizuno Bright Black, and the Skechers Sunset.

Where can I find good deals on Nike football boots?

A newly released pack is rarely the place to find a bargain: discounts first appear on previous collections, gathered on the site’s promotional pages. The football shoe promotions page and the shoe deals selection are the two first places to check, supplemented by the shoe clearance for end-of-line models and mismatched sizes.

The calendar plays a big role. The Black Friday on football shoes kicks off the most intense period, just before the end of the year holidays, where the new arrivals page helps spot what’s just arrived for a gift. Then comes the shoe sales, followed by the French Days in spring, two times when the colours for the ending season often see the biggest reductions. The general pages sales, clearance, and special offers cover the entire catalogue if you’re also looking for a jersey or shorts.

A final useful tip when you’re in a hurry for a match or the start of the season: the shoes shipped in 24h selection only includes models prepared quickly, and its equivalent shipped in 24h covers the rest of the equipment. To keep track of ongoing releases, the new football shoes and the new arrivals page announce the arrival of the next packs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Break 'Em Pack a new shoe model?

No, a pack is not a new model but a series of colourways applied to existing shoes. A Mercurial Vapor 17 from the Break 'Em Pack remains a Mercurial Vapor 17: it’s its appearance that changes, not its family. The technical choice therefore first comes down to the model and sole, and then to the pack.

How long does a colour pack remain available?

A colour pack has a limited lifespan, linked to the collection it belongs to: this one is part of Spring-Summer 2026. When a new pack is released, sizes from the previous one progressively become more scarce, usually starting with the most common sizes. If a specific pair and size interest you, it's best not to wait until the end of the season.

Should you take the same size as your city shoes?

Not necessarily: a football shoe fits more snugly than a casual shoe, and the fit varies from line to line for the same manufacturer. A Tiempo, a Phantom, and a Mercurial do not feel the same at the same size. Check the size guide indicated on the model sheet that interests you rather than relying on your usual size.

High cut or low cut, what difference does it make in play?

The high cut, like on the Mercurial Superfly 11 or the Phantom 6 High, rises above the ankle and provides a feeling of enveloping support; the low cut, like on the Mercurial Vapor 17 or the Phantom 6 Low, leaves the ankle completely free. It’s mainly a matter of feel and preference, not performance: many professional players use one or the other in the same team. If you’ve never tried a collar before, start with the low version.

Can these shoes be worn indoors or on a solid pitch?

No for indoors: the models in this pack have studs, and futsal surfaces require flat soles designed for indoor play. On a solid or very short synthetic pitch, the Turf versions and, depending on the case, the multi-ground soles are the most suitable. Be sure to check the sole type on the product sheet before ordering for such a pitch.