Here is “Jabulani” – the official, FIFA-sanctioned ball for the World Cup:
According to the magnificent promotional blather, Jabulani is…
“…eight thermically-bonded, three-dimensional panels spherically moulded from ethene-vinyl acetate and thermoplastic… the 11 colours of this aesthetically pleasing Orb of Humanitarianism represent not only the 11 players in each starting line-up, but also the 11 official languages and 11 communities of the host nation, South Africa….this ball will unify us… it carries much hope for the future of this country.”
Call me old school, but I think I prefer Adidas’ classic “Telstar” effort for the 1970 tournament – surely the platonic form of football design, if ever there was one?
Hat tip to the Sport Blog.
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