This September, adidas and BAPE® join forces for a drop that redefines the playing field. The new adidas x BAPE® Football Collection merges sport and streetwear, bringing together bold design, cultural attitude, and the global energy of football.
Streetwear Meets the Pitch
Headlining the collection are two iconic boots: the Predator Elite FT Firm Ground and the F50 Elite Firm Ground. The Predator Elite, known for its classic fold-over tongue, has been reimagined in BAPE®’s signature green ABC CAMO with gold stripes, shark graphics, and alternating logos. The F50 Elite takes on a gradient blue-to-pink treatment with star prints and matching camo details, turning football performance into wearable art.
Complementing the footwear is a lineup of jerseys, shorts, and tights, including a standout Baby Milo football tee. Accessories like the ABC CAMO duffle bag, GORE-TEX gloves, and Baby Milo shoulder bag complete the look, making it clear this collection isn’t just for the pitch—it’s built for everyday flex.
Lifestyle Icons Reborn
Beyond performance gear, adidas and BAPE® revive the legendary adidas Originals Samba. Originally made for football but now a streetwear staple, the Samba is reimagined with an aniline leather upper, gold foil accents, and BAPE®’s Skullsta face replacing the classic suede toe. Available in two colorways—white with black and grey accents, and black with white details—the sneakers bridge decades of sport and culture.
The campaign is fronted by Marcelo Vieira, the Brazilian football icon who embodies flair and authenticity. As adidas and BAPE® note, this collaboration is about “igniting the borderless community energy surrounding the world’s most popular sport”.
The adidas x BAPE® Football Collection officially launches 6 September in limited quantities across adidas and BAPE® stores worldwide. With designs that blend performance and lifestyle, this collection is more than a drop—it’s a cultural moment where football meets fearless streetwear.
