adidas and Zizou Return To His Prime With Predator Precision Zinedine Zidane 2000
adidascontinues celebrating German excellence with its ongoing 'Made in Germany' series, warming up for the World Cup alongside formerReal Madridfootball manager and midfielderZinedine Zidane.
adidas recalls Zidane's prime football years, specifically when he was gifted an exclusive pair of Predator Precision boots after being crowned FIFA World Player of the Year in 2000. The pair will receive a public release for the first time, updating the original design while staying true to its essence with precise upper reinterpretation.
The iconic red, gold, and black colorway lives on in the 2025 release, featuring retro styling and revamped with modern Predator soleplates. Tonal 'Made in Germany' embroidery decorates the tongues alongside adidas' gilded trefoil emblem, while celebratory pitch motifs enhance the insoles, paying tribute to Zidane's football legacy.
The limited-edition Predator Precision Zinedine Zidane 2000 will be available on June 10 viaadidasand select retailers for €300 EUR (approximately $340 USD).
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