Zlatan Ibrahimovic vs England

If you are friends on Facebook with anyone who plays soccer, you most likely have seen this already. Just yesterday, Zlatan Ibrahimovic put Sweden on his back against the England squad (based on these highlights). He scored four goals individually, including a bicycle kick in the last few minutes of the match. Currently, he is one of the best strikers in the world and knows it himself.



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Nike Soccer | Mercurial Vapor VIII "CR7"

Today is the release for Cristiano Ronaldo's new Mercurial Vapor VIII's (will be on sale December 1, 2012). His new logo was introduced yesterday and we have spotted him wearing these mysterious boots in his training sessions for a while now. The aesthetics of this boot are different than the originals with the big Swoosh but they will still look great on the pitch. Other than that, the materials, stud pattern and fit should be similar. These will probably offer the ACC (All Conditions Control) technology too.

These are ideal for a pacey outside midfielder or striker who plays top level soccer. Although, they will most likely offer lower tiered versions of the CR7 Vapor too. Who's going to be the first in Saskatoon to own them?

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UEFA Champions League: Semi-Finals

Everyone has been quite excited about the NHL playoffs lately, I have instead focused on soccer. Champions League semi-finals begin on Tuesday where Bayern Munich will play Real Madrid and Wednesday Chelsea will square off with Barcelona. I am hoping for a Bayern Munich and Chelsea final, but we will see what happens this year. Be sure to check out the action!



What are your predictions?

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Nike Mercurial Vapor VIII

The Mercurial Vapor VIII is available in stores on March 29, 2012. It is the eighth successor of the original Nike speed boot. This model has changed a lot than the current Vapor. It has been reduced to 6.5 oz. It once again uses a Teijin microfiber, I don't think they have used this material since the Mercurial Vapor III. The main change that caught my attention was the stud configuration. They use tradition FG (firm ground) studs but have only placed two on the back (similar to the Pele Trinity). Originally I thought that these back studs would cause injury, it seems like many companies are sacrificing comfort for light weight. But I won't make that judgement until I read reviews. Weight is important, as long as it doesn't affect the comfort and safety of your body. But I do believe that this may be the strongest speed boot to enter the market next to the F50 adiZero.

They will be retailed at $300-$250 CAD.

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