# Football-Inspired Graphic Footwear Nike Gives the Mercurial Dream Speed Shoe Patterned Updates By Amy Duong | Published 2020-10-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercurial-dream-speed References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/10/nike-mercurial-dream-speed-3-football-boots-release-information-ronaldo-mbappe-kerr) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mercurial-tn) introduces its latest iteration of the signature Mercurial Dream Speed football sneaker which is made for fast athletes. It is highlighted by its blend of [wave patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-wave) that detail the upper in an all-over aesthetic in order to nod to its speedy element. There are also dotted accents that decorate the boot as a reference to the formations used by winning teams. The wavy grid pattern gives the football foot a rippled look when a goal is scored in a net. Additional details include the clear plate and bright tonal accent that surrounds the Swoosh on the side. To round out the boot, there is a [Safari print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2) to celebrate a decade since the pattern was first used on a football shoe. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Football-inspired Graphic Footwear:** Opportunity to explore combines in design that celebrate football culture and athletic performance. - **Wave Pattern Sneakers:** Opportunity to integrate wave patterns into footwear design, alluding to speedy elements. - **Safari Print Celebration:** Opportunity to track trends in sneaker fashion and design a shoe that marks a cultural milestone. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Nike's signature football sneaker represents an innovation opportunity for athletic footwear brands. - **Fashion:** Incorporating elements of football culture and design could attract sneakerheads and streetwear enthusiasts. - **Sports:** The use of football formations and celebrations in sneaker design could create buzz among football fans and sports enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Athlete-Approved Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mercurial-tn.md) - [Football Boot-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-tiempo.md) - [Metallic Tinged Football Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiempo-sneaker.md) - [Futuristic Metallic Football Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-1.md) - [Football League-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn8-sneaker-2.md) - [Speed-Aiding Advanced Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50.md) - [Modern Updated Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-24.md) - [Tactical Football Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furon-v8.md) - [Snakeskin-Textural Soccer Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-2.md)