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\"WCAztecaMexico1986<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Azteca: M\u00e9xico, 1986<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The FIFA World Cup Mexico, saw the introduction of the first polyurethane coated ball which was rain-resistant. The first synthetic match ball, with good qualities on hard and wet surfaces.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The above picture was provided by Sebastiano Cal\u00ec from Italy. Thanks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"1986<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The above “red letter” ball picture was provided by Jacques Barralon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\"1986<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The above “black letter” ball (made in France) picture was provided by Jacques Barralon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A completely new model was developed for the<\/strong> World Cup in Mexico. The Azteca Mexico was a<\/strong> hand-sewn ball, and for the first time, synthetic<\/strong> material, rather than leather was used to produce<\/strong> it. The ball consisted of an outer polyurethane<\/strong> wearing coat and three lower layers, which<\/strong> mutually complemented one another with their<\/strong> different “Adicron” structures. These were<\/strong> intended to ensure the ball’s resistance, ability to<\/strong> retain its shape and its waterproof properties. With its never-before-achieved performance on hard ground, at high altitude, and in wet conditions, Azteca represented a massive leap forward for the game. Its elaborately decorated design was inspired by the hosting nation\u2019s native Aztec architecture and murals.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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