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Nike Phantom 6 Academy High FG/MG Soccer Cleats

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About This Item

Level up your accuracy with the Phantom 6 Academy. It powers your precision with a NikeSkin touch zone, located where you need it for clean strikes. The grippy texture helps you take advantage of scoring opportunities by bringing your foot closer to the ball.


Design:

  • An expanded NikeSkin touch zone, powered by engineered mesh, brings your foot closer to the ball for better control while dribbling and passing
  • The Dynamic Fit collar wraps your ankle in soft, stretchy Flyknit material for a secure feel
  • A new shoe frame gives you a more natural fit, especially in the toe box. It helps mold to your foot and brings you closer to the ball for even better cleat-to-ball strikes

Durability & Traction:

  • Strategically placed in the forefoot, the Cyclone 360 circular traction pattern helps you plant and pivot with speed
  • For use on natural and synthetic surfaces

  • Brand : Nike
  • Country of Origin : Imported
  • Style : HQ2278-400
  • Web ID: 25NIKAPHNTM360DFCNTHC

REVIEWS

4.1
100%
Recommended

34 Reviews

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Love, Love, Lovin’ The Cleats!

These cleats were the hit of Christmas! My grandson loves the style, color and feel of the cleats. We had to trade for a bigger size, and Dick’s made it effortless which made us all happy.

Not Quite There

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Phantom 6 High Academy FG/MG is the lowest-tier model in the Phantom 6 line. Although it provides basic functionality for casual or beginner players, it falls short in several important areas. Its high-cut collar offers minimal ankle security, but the overall construction lacks the responsiveness and precision needed for competitive play. The synthetic textured upper delivers limited ball control, feeling stiff and unrefined compared to the higher-tier model, and it does not conform well to the foot. While the FG/MG plate is suitable for both firm ground and artificial surfaces, its traction and stability are noticeably underwhelming, especially during fast-paced movement. Comfort and durability also present issues: although the cleat breaks in quickly, it offers little support, and its materials tend to wear down faster than expected. Overall, the Phantom 6 High Academy FG/MG is a budget-friendly option. Still, its low-tier build, weak performance, and reduced longevity make it a poor choice for serious athletes seeking quality and reliability.

My New Favorite Cleats, No Contest

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve put a good amount of time in these cleats now, and I’m honestly really impressed. The fit hit the sweet spot for me—snug enough to feel locked-in when I’m cutting or accelerating, but not tight in a way that causes pressure points. The heel stays secure, and the upper molds to the foot after just a couple sessions, so they start feeling broken-in pretty quickly. The design is one of my favorite parts. They look sharp without being too flashy, and the shaping around the ankle gives good support without feeling stiff or restricting. The overall silhouette feels fast, and the grip pattern gives solid traction on both firm ground and multi-ground surfaces. The fabric/upper is light but still feels durable. The texture on the upper gives a nice touch on the ball, especially when receiving or placing passes. Even after several practices, the material hasn't stretched out or softened in a way that changes the fit—just enough to make them comfortable. What I liked most was the balance: they feel supportive but still lightweight, and they move naturally with your foot. If I could change one thing, it would be adding just a bit more cushioning under the insole for long training sessions, but it’s minor and didn’t take away from how much I enjoyed wearing them. Overall, these quickly became my go-to cleats. They fit well, perform well, look great, and held up better than I expected. I’d absolutely keep using them.

Great Control And Comfortable

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The cleats are very comfortable and help’s me have good control of the ball. The mesh like construction of the shoe makes it also comfortable to wear. Only downside is the high top is a bit hard to put on and off the cleats One downside is the toe area is a bit tight so best to size half up.

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What A Great Cleat

We bought these for our daughter and she loves them. Wet comfortable and fit true to size.

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