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Lionel Messi and Adidas are flying high! Inter Miami star and iconic brand collaborating for 'Cloud White' Samba sneakers - celebrating Argentina's triumphant 2022 World Cup win

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  • Messi & Argentina win 2022 World Cup
  • Forward and Adidas to partner for themed sneaker
  • Labeled as 'Cloud white' Sambas
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    According to GQ Magazine, the shoes will be a 'Cloud White' leather with 'Purple Energy Ink' accents on the heel of the shoe as well as the iconic three-stripe branding of the sneaker. The name 'Samba' will be stamped in Gold across the shoe and the Messi logo - in lime green - will be placed on the tongue of the shoe.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    The sneaker is set to represent the Argentine's recent accomplishment that many attribute to him finally achieving GOAT status. Along with a World Cup title, he received his eighth Ballon d'Or in 2023 - the most of any player in the history of the game.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    The Adidas Samba shoe has been around since the 1940s, and this model is set to pay homage to the original design.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR MESSI AND ADIDAS

    Per the report, the shoe is set to be released into the market globally 'very soon' with an estimated price of $127 (£100). As for Messi, he returns to the pitch with Inter Miami next week, with his first competitive match of preseason coming January 19 against El Salvador.

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