Update, 10 April 2026 – It is official! Nike has officially announced the Mad 90 Pack. In March 2026, we already told you about the colourways Total 90 Test and Bright Citrus Hypervenom. Now we know that the Mad 90 Pack includes a total of four new Air Max 90 colorways, all inspired by truly iconic football boot designs from the past.
Here is what you need to know about the Nike ‘Mad 90’ Pack, including Hypervenom, Mercurial, Laser 90, and Tiempo.
Nike is bridging the gap between stadium heritage and street style with the announcement of the ‘Mad 90’ Pack. This exclusive collection sees four of the Swoosh’s most legendary football boots reimagined as Air Max 90 iterations, celebrating decades of excellence on the pitch.
The pack draws direct inspiration from four definitive silos: the Total 90, Mercurial, Tiempo, and Phantom. Each pair in the collection is crafted to mirror the aesthetic DNA of its football counterpart. We see signature details like the offset lacing systems and bold branding of the Total 90, alongside the sleek, speed-inspired finishes of the Mercurial. The Tiempo-inspired AM90 leans into premium, quilted leather textures, while the Phantom edition brings a more technical, modern edge to the classic 1990 silhouette.
While the Air Max 90 of course retains its Max Air cushioning and chunky midsole, the uppers have been completely overhauled with materials and colourways that pay homage to Nike’s most famous footballing moments.
Release Info
The whole Nike ‘Mad 90’ Pack, including the Air Max 90 Hypervenom, Mercurial, Laser 90, and Tiempo, is set to drop on 11th May 2026 at Nike. Our release calendar keeps you up to date with all important info when the release gets closer.
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Heritage in the Details: Nike reimagines football classics with the Air Max 90 'T90 Zest' and 'Bright Citrus Hypervenom'
Original Post, March 10th, 2026 - Nike brings us some nostalgia! The Air Max 90 ‘T90 Zest’ and ‘Bright Citrus Hypervenom’ draw direct inspiration from the golden era of football footwear. The pack, featuring these two colorways of the classic Air Max 90, is paying homage to two of the most influential football boots ever created: the Total 90 Laser and the Hypervenom Phantom.
When Football Meets Air Max...
There is a lot of nostalgia in the details. The first silhouette in the collection is the Air Max 90 ‘T90 Zest’. Fans of the mid-2000s will immediately recognise the striking yellow and black colour palette, famously worn by legends such as Wayne Rooney and Luís Figo.
However, the tribute goes beyond just the colours. Nike has also incorporated the technical DNA of the original boot into the sneaker’s design. The forefoot features the radial precision-strike patterns, mimicking the technology that was once designed to provide extra power and swerve on the pitch.
Complementing the T90 is the Air Max 90 ‘Bright Citrus’, inspired by the Hypervenom Phantom I. Launched in 2013 as the successor to the T90 line, the Hypervenom football boot was defined by its agility and the innovative NikeSkin upper.
This Air Max 90 translates that history through a unique honeycomb-textured mesh, capturing the look and feel of the original boot’s technical surface.
Both models retain the classic Air Max 90 features, including the visible Air unit and the signature waffle outsole. By combining these technical football elements with a lifestyle icon, Nike creates a sophisticated look for enthusiasts of both subcultures.
Release Info
The Nike Air Max 90 ‘Football’ pack, including the ‘T90 Zest’ and the ‘Bright Citrus’ is expected to release on 21 May 2026. Both styles will be available via Nike and select retailers for a price of €150. For all official release info once it arrives, as well as a list of all stockists and details, make sure to keep an eye on our release calendar.
The Nike Air Max 90 ‘Football’ pack, including the Air Max 90 ‘T90 Zest’ and ‘Bright Citrus’ Hypervenom is expected to release on 21 May 2026 via Nike and select retailers for a price of €150. For all official release info, make sure to keep an eye on the Sneakerjagers release calendar.
No, the Air Max 90 ‘T90 Zest’ is part of the Air Max line and is therefore a lifestyle sneaker. However, this colorway, as well as the ‘Bright Citrus’ iteration, draws inspiration from iconic football boots worn by the likes of Rooney, Figo, and Neymar. Read more here.
