No brand does The Beautiful Game quite like the Three Stripes. adidas has long stood atop the global soccer market, and that’s been especially evident as anticipation continues to build for FIFA World Cup 26. adidas has sponsored and created the official match ball for the tournament since 1970, over 50 years, and produces the kits for nearly half of this year’s 48 participating countries. Off the pitch, the brand’s soccer-rooted lifestyle silhouettes are equally if not even more dominant.
For fans, adidas is releasing a “Federation Pack” consisting of four models inspired by four different World Cup kits: Argentina, Mexico, Italy, and Japan. Leading the charge is an adidas Superstar for Argentina, whose fans are no doubt hoping Lionel Messi laces them up one last time, even in a limited role. The standout feature is an added splice of baby blue suede along the sidewalls, complemented by more light blue on the tongue, wide laces, and icy blue soles. The stripes, midsole, backtab, and shell toe come in navy, while metal eyelets add an unmistakably premium touch.
The rest of the collection features countries that pair seamlessly with their host models, something made possible by adidas’ longstanding tradition of creating sneakers inspired by global locales. Italy fans get an adidas Italia featuring oak leaf detailing, the adidas Japan mirrors this year’s kit with soothing curved linework, and the rarely-seen adidas Mexicana checks in with an Aztec-inspired pattern. Each sneaker is finished with a matching country crest hangtag for good measure.
The adidas “Federation Pack” releases November 15th via retailers in the EU, with no word yet on a stateside drop. adidas has plenty more World Cup-themed lifestyle releases planned for the seasons ahead. Keep our Sneaker Release Dates page handy to stay current.
Written by
Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor
Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.
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