For decades, Nike has been at the forefront of boot design - toe to toe with adidas - bringing groundbreaking technology and innovation to their football boot silos. Boasting a catalogue of collections and partnerships with some of the world's biggest players, spanning from Cristiano Ronaldo to Kylian Mbappé, Nike knows what they're doing when it comes to making the next best football boot.
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The Tiempo is Nike's best football boot for touch. Its classic leather build makes it perfect for players who command the match with class. Favoured by the likes of Virgil van Dijk and Sergio Ramos, the silhouette is a much-loved classic among elite players and fans of the game.
So, we put the Nike Tiempo Legend Elite FG boots to the test. From comfort to value for money, we take a deep dive into everything that makes this football boot stand out against the competition.
How we tested the boots:
We enlisted a helping hand from London-based boot reviewer @ljcollects to take the Nike Tiempo Legend out on the pitch. We tasked @ljcollects with a list of questions, seeking everything from the boot's wearability to areas where they lack. Dribbling to shooting and everything in between, there's nothing we didn't try with these boots, giving you our most accurate review possible.
At a glance:
| Rating | |
|---|---|
| Comfort | 5/5 |
| Speed | 2/5 |
| Control | 4/5 |
| Style | 3/5 |
| Value | 4/5 |
You’ve seen the ratings, now let's get into the boots in more detail:
The Nike Tiempo Legend Elite in three words
- Stripped-back
- Comfortable
- Soft
Most notable features
- Memory foam inserts create a subtly cushioned touch on the ball.
- A lighter option than previous Tiempo generations or equivalent offerings from other brands.
How the Nike Tiempo Legend Elite compare to their competition
In a market full of tech-heavy options, these are a slightly more traditional, simplistic (in a good way) pair of football boots.
The problem with the Nike Tiempo Legend Elite
Although these are slightly lighter and more streamlined than some may expect from a Tiempo, for someone with slim feet, the width of these may be less than ideal.
The Nike Tiempo Legend Elite are the perfect fit for
Those looking for a traditional fit and feel with protection but without the weight of boots from yesteryear.
Our final thoughts
These are the final ever Nike Tiempo made from K-Leather, the next generation will be made from synthetic material - they represent a great way to bow out.