The History of Speed - Mercurial Vapor II

If the first two incarnations of the Mercurial were all about R9, the Mercurial Vapor II was the boot that announced CR7’s arrival at the highest level. While the original ‘Phenomenon’ was routinely slotting home 20-odd goals a season in La Liga, his Portuguese namesake was setting the English Premier League alight in the same boots – and earning the right to wear Manchester United’s legendary number 7 shirt.

Grace, guile – and the all-important Mercurial ingredient – goals. All these qualities made the young star’s rise through the United ranks as quick as his lightning fast feet. By the time the fans’ votes for the World Special Young Player of the Year in of 2005 had been counted, their verdict was clear: a new star had been born. And his weapon of choice was the Mercurial Vapor II.