London Olympics Boost adidas Sales

Hi everyone,With the closing of the London 2012 Olympic Games, adidas draws a positive conclusion of its involvement in the event. “Our presence in and around the Olympic Games was fantastic,” said Herbert Hainer, CEO of the adidas Group.

French Women National Team at the Olympics: Nike and adidas Feud Still On

Hi everyone,
On January 1 2011, Nike took over a 38 year partnership the French Football Federation had with adidas. Nike and FFF inked a 7.5 season deal worth €320 million from 2011. A €42.6 million deal per season. Problem is, the French Women National Team plays with adidas gear at the Olympics.

adidas Launches the London 2012 Official Matchball: The Albert

 

Hi everyone,
Back in February 2011, adidas invited British public to name the London 2012 matchball. The chosen name is Albert. The official match ball to be used at the London 2012 Olympic Games football tournament, was officially revealed at The City of Coventry Stadium by Tom Cleverley of Manchester United and Robert Ashcroft, the 43 year old from Derbyshire who named the ball.

World Cup Loss Costs U.S.Women National Team $10 Million in Endorsements Deals

Hi everyone,
The U.S. women’s soccer team might have just left $10 million in endorsements on the table after Sunday’s shocking loss to Japan in the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

YOU Name the London 2012 adidas Matchball

Hi all,
Companies are constantly looking for compelling ways to interact directly with their fans. In football, some clubs give the chance to fans to design their beloved club’s shirt, with obviously with some restrictions from a design and legal standpoint. Now, adidas UK is offering the public the opportunity to name the official matchball that will be used at the London 2012 Olympics.