PORTLAND, Ore. – Nov. 6, 2013 – adidas today unveiled the Samba collection, celebrating the 2014 FIFA World Cup with cleat designs inspired by the national colors and iconic Carnival celebration of the host country Brazil.
The Samba collection features four cleat silos – adizero F50, Predator Lethal Zones, NitroCharge and 11Pro – each designed with high energy colors and bold graphics that help players stand out on the field.
"adidas always changes the game with its innovation and the new Samba collection will stand out even more on the field," said U.S. forward Jozy Altidore. "All players like to make statements with their cleats and the bright color of my adizero F50 will no doubt distinguish me leading up to World Cup next summer in Brazil."
"Brazil is a country rooted in rich soccer tradition, inspired by high energy, bright colors and lively spirit," said Ernesto Bruce, director of soccer, adidas America. "The Samba collection captures Brazil’s unique character and brings an explosion of color to the field that players and fans won’t be able to miss. We’re combining the best in footwear innovation with high-impact design in this new Samba collection."
The best players in the world will debut the Samba collection beginning on November 9, including Leo Messi, Gareth Bale, Mesut Özil, Dani Alves, Oscar, Xavi, Karim Benzema, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Jozy Altidore, Omar Gonzalez and Graham Zusi.
For more information, visit news.adidas.com.
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