“Their team spends as much time as possible in the final third of the pitch. They take their time with the ball on their feet…Pay attention here: how they play with two very quick wingers ready to start a counter-attack, even when they don’t have the ball.” When you listen …
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On an historic day for the FIFA World Football Museum, the FIFA World Cup’s leading goal scorer Miroslav Klose visited the new home of football history in Zurich on yesterday, May 2. The current world champion signed the museum’s Wall of Champions – becoming the first German to do so, …
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adidas yesterday fused football and fashion, partnering with Italian design company Italia Independent for the launch of the Deadly Focus pack. The special edition versions of the ACE 16 and X 15 is the latest collaboration product from the Limited Collection, a range of exclusive boots released in limited quantities …
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On its debut in 1998, the Nike Mercurial was hailed for its radical, track spike-inspired design, engineered for cut-and-strike speed. After all, “mercurial” by definition means unpredictable, and the players who have served as its muse are celebrated for their quicksilver play. The “What the Mercurial” boot echoes this ever-changing …
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The FIFA Referees Committee has confirmed the appointment of 88 matchofficials from over 40 countries to officiate at the Olympic Football Tournament Rio 2016. The men’s competition will see 18 referees and 32 assistant referees officiate and at the women’s tournament, 14 referees and 24 assistant referees will be on …
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Never a boring moment when Marco Verratti is on the pitch. His commanding presence and top speed make this young play maker one of the loudest, most vibrant performers in football today. Beauty in motion and pure magic. #CHOOSETRICKS like Verratti and discover a whole new element in the game. …
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Not many players are as brave and bold on the pitch as Sergio Agüero. With his show stopping moves, every single touch counts. Every ball can be deadly. It’s all eyes on Kun, the second he comes out of the tunnel. His undeniable confidence and evoSPEED SL make a perfect …
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The new Umbro Medusæ Pro football boot, combining magic touch with lightning speed to create something truly special. Designed to offer the comfort and control of a leather boot AND the lightweight flexibility of a synthetic, the Medusae offers: • A speed outsole for rapid twists and turns • Unique …
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Support is key to success for any footballer. Find out how support motivates the Backed By Messi players to achieve greatness in Episode 6. Introducing 10 players… Backed by Messi to wear the #Messi15 boot and become tomorrow’s big names. Will they do it? Follow their story each month this …
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Extreme goal action. With two of the game’s most on point forwards, France will be turning heads on pitch this Summer. Antoine Griezmann with his mind blowing pace and goal-scoring instinct. Olivier Giroud with his flair for powerful strikes. This duo will up the decibel level all over Paris. Goalkeepers, …
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