Ridiculous? Spain Wear Old Teamwear Socks
Nov 29, 2022, by Chris
The Spanish national team did not wear the uniform that Adidas originally intended in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. But not only that - the red socks Spain were wearing did not match the shirt and the shorts.
Luis Enrique requested Spain to wear all-red the day before the first match
The official uniform combo presented by Adidas consists of a red shirt, navy shorts, and navy socks. However, as per the request of manager Luis Enrique (made a day ahead of the match), Spain wear all-red in all group stage matches - he wants the kit to fit with the nickname, "La Roja".
Luis Enrique Requests Spanish RFEF to Wear All-Red - Spain Wear Unfitting Red/Black Adidas Adi 21 Socks
The socks Spain wore against Costa Rica and Germany were red with an old, black Adidas logo. Both do not fit the red and navy shirt. Why? We can already reveal that it is very strange.
Adidas Provide Spain With Custom Correct Socks But Spain Use Adidas Adi 21 Socks in Red/Black
In the official FIFA document, Spain have custom red and yellow socks with the new Adidas logo and other bespoke design elements. There is no info why Spain did not use these correct socks.
In fact, Spain used the same red and black socks in the 2021 UEFA Nations league semi-final against Italy. They also did not fit back then, but hardly anyone took notice.
The Adidas Adi Sock 21 featured the old Adidas logo and unfitting black applications.
Spain's all-red kit is officially the third jersey
Interestingly, Spain's all-red kit is officially the team's "third jersey" in the 2022 World Cup, as revealed by Barcelona-based newspaper Sport. This is visible in official FIFA documents.
Coming Very Soon: Adidas Adi Sock 23 - Pinkish Red/Yellow
What is also noteworthy is that Adidas will soon launch the successor of the Adidas Adi Sock 21 - the Adidas Adi Sock 23. The Adidas Adi Sock 23 is available in a pinkish-red/yellow colorway.
What do you think of Spain wearing unfitting red and black teamwear socks in the 2022 World Cup? Do you think Spain will switch to the correct ones during the tournament? Comment below.
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