{"id":132,"date":"2019-12-18T18:48:29","date_gmt":"2019-12-18T18:48:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/soccerballworld.com\/?p=132"},"modified":"2021-12-15T22:28:11","modified_gmt":"2021-12-15T22:28:11","slug":"official-match-ball-2014-world-cup-brazuca-soccer-ball","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/soccerballworld.com\/official-match-ball-2014-world-cup-brazuca-soccer-ball\/","title":{"rendered":"Official Match Ball – 2014 World Cup Brazuca Soccer Ball"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Adidas has  unveiled the brazuca Final Rio<\/strong> Official Match Ball, the official match ball for the Final of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil\u2122. The ball will be an integral part of the fixture on 13 July, when two teams will do battle for a place in history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The design of brazuca Final Rio has been inspired by the green and gold on the FIFA World Cup Trophy and is a variation of the previously released adidas brazuca Official Match Ball, which was launched back in December last year.

At the time of the brazuca launch in December, adidas delivered brazucas to all Participating Member Associations competing at Brazil 2014 in order for all teams to have sufficient time to practice with the new balls both in training and competitive matches. Since then, the ball has also played a starring role in competitions such as the FIFA Club World Cup, Copa del Rey, MLS, DFB-Pokal as well as numerous international friendlies. 

Prior to the official launch, brazuca and brazuca Final Rio went through a thorough testing process over a two-and-a-half-year period, involving more than 600 of the world\u2019s top players and 30 teams in ten countries across three continents, making it the most tested ball ever by adidas and ensuring that it is suited to all conditions.

Clubs involved in testing included AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Fluminense and Palmeiras. Players involved in the process included global football stars Leonel Messi, Iker Casillas, Bastian Schweinsteiger and Zinedine Zidane.

The technology incorporated into the bladder and carcass of brazuca and brazuca Final Rio is identical to the Tango 12 (UEFA Euro 2012)<\/a>, Cafusa (FIFA Confederations Cup 2013) and the ever-popular UEFA Champions League Official Match Ball.<\/a>

However, a new structural innovation with a unique symmetry of six identical panels alongside a different surface structure will provide improved grip, touch, stability and aerodynamics on the pitch. brazuca has been thoroughly tested to meet and exceed all FIFA metrics for an official match ball, ensuring top performance for every condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ADIDAS UNVEILS BRAZUCA: THE OFFICIAL MATCH BALL OF THE 2014 FIFA WORLD CUP IN BRAZIL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n


PORTLAND, Ore.\/RIO DE JANEIRO \u2013 December 3, 2013 \u2013 adidas today unveiled brazuca, the official match ball of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. 

Brazuca is a breakthrough innovation featuring a revolutionary 6-panel design. Created for every player on the field, the ball features six identical panels alongside a unique surface that will provide improved grip, touch, stability and aerodynamics on the field. Brazuca has been thoroughly tested to meet and exceed all FIFA metrics for an official match ball, ensuring top performance for every condition.

Brazuca was named in September 2012 following a public vote in Brazil involving 1 million soccer fans. The name \u201cbrazuca\u201d is an informal local term which means \u201cBrazilian,\u201d or to describe the Brazilian way of life. The colors and ribbon design of the ball panels symbolize the traditional multicolored wish bracelets worn in the country in addition to reflecting the vibrancy and fun associated with soccer in Brazil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe FIFA World Cup match ball is the icon of the tournament as the centerpiece of every goal, every play and every touch,\u201d said Ernesto Bruce, director of soccer, adidas America. \u201cadidas has a rich legacy at the World Cup, providing the official match ball for every tournament since 1970. The brazuca is a breakthrough innovation built for every player on the field.\u201d

The brazuca\u2019s thorough two and a half year testing process involved more than 600 of the world\u2019s top players and 30 teams in 10 countries across three continents, making it the most tested ball ever by adidas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lionel Messi, Iker Casillas, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Zinedine Zidane, AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Palmeiras and Fluminese were among the top athletes and clubs who tested brazuca. The ball was also tested in competitive international matches at the FIFA U-20 World Cup with a different print design and in a friendly match between Sweden and Argentina in February 2013.

\u201dBrazuca has a stunning design that feels inspired by Brazil,\u201d said 2010 FIFA World Cup winning Spanish captain Iker Casillas. \u201cNow that the ball has been launched the tournament feels a lot closer. I\u2019m looking forward to playing in Brazil with a great ball. Hopefully with brazuca we can get the same result as in 2010.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brazuca features the best of adidas ball technology from the Tango 12 of UEFA Euro 2012, Cafusa from the FIFA Confederations Cup 2013 and the UEFA Champions League official match ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


“My first impression of brazuca is of a ball that is fantastic and we\u2019re going to have a lot of fun with it, said Brazilian star Dani Alves. \u201cadidas has created an incredible-looking ball fitting for a tournament as big as the FIFA World Cup. Most importantly it plays well on the ground and in the air. I’m sure all the players will love it. It’s increased my levels of excitement even further and I honestly cannot wait for the opening game.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brazuca was unveiled at a spectacular 3D light projection at the iconic Parque Lage in Rio de Janeiro. Fans can follow @brazuca<\/a> to see the excitement leading up to the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil through the eyes of the official match ball as it travels the world and offers an alternative take on the game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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