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Nike Releases Gold Mercurial To Mark Ronaldo’s Six‑World‑Cup Scoring Record

The boot’s rapid global launch links a premium $300 collectible to World Cup publicity.

Overview

  • Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan and became the first player to score at six separate FIFA World Cup tournaments.
  • Nike launched the Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN worldwide the day after the Uzbekistan match as a commemorative edition tied to Ronaldo’s milestone.
  • Footy Headlines and Nike detail the boot’s metallic-gold look, 3/4-length Air Zoom unit, Flywire support and a tacky soft upper, with retail pricing set at $300.
  • Media reports say Ronaldo is likely to wear the limited boot in Portugal’s upcoming group match with Colombia, a possibility shaped by his lifetime partnership with Nike.
  • Ronaldo has stressed that records are secondary to team goals, and the quick product release highlights how brands turn on-field milestones into high-value collectibles and World Cup marketing.