Firm-Ground Soccer Cleat STRIKE FEAR. The Nike Phantom Venom Academy FG is engineered for powerful, precise strikes that win games. Ridges on the instep create spin to control the flight of the ball, while the firm-ground plate provides the traction needed to unleash at any moment. Mesh upper with NIKESKIN overlay conforms to your foot. Instep ridges create spin for precise, powerful strikes. Plate provides traction on firm-ground pitches. Asymmetrical lacing system expands the striking area. Stretchy mesh covers the lower half of the laces.