Milan, 5 November (LaPresse) – Adidas and FIGC today unveil the new home kit for the Italian national football team for its upcoming international fixtures. The new shirt combines Italy's visual identity and historical traditions with a contemporary, forward-looking aesthetic. The design is representative of a free style of play and new footballing perspectives, which aim to unite every generation of fans. “Azzurra” reflects the heart of Italy, its rich footballing heritage and cultural elements unique to Italian history. The kit features details that recall the legendary story of the World Cup and the national team's victory almost twenty years ago on that night in Berlin. The blue base of Italy's home shirt is adorned with a repeated graphic motif based on laurel wreaths, once worn by athletes and emperors in the Roman Empire to represent victory and triumph. The use of gold on the shoulders and in the details recalls the glorious periods of Italian football. The shirt also features a new expression of the adidas lenticular logo – here in a gold version – hot-stamped: a process that creates a unique look by changing the shape of the adidas logo, adding a bold and innovative visual detail. The back of the collar features the word “Azzurra”, referring to the name of an iconic and world-renowned shirt, a symbol of Italian sport. The shirt is designed for performance, built to support world-class players in high-pressure moments in a wide range of weather conditions. To cope with the most intense and hot situations, 3D-mapped mechanical stretch fabrics engineered to fit the body, incorporating the latest adidas CLIMACOOL+ materials, wick away sweat faster, keeping players dry for longer. Large perforated stripes allow for maximum breathability, while strategically placed mesh holes on both the fabric and trims offer the best air permeability, ensuring optimal breathability even in the most challenging weather conditions.
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