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Adidas Tango River Plate | 1978 | Winter Ball

Adidas Tango River Plate | 1978 | Winter Ball

Event: FIFA World Cup

Year: 1978

Size: 5

Material: PolyUrethene (PU) Dimple

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Adidas Tango River Plate Winter Edition – 1978 FIFA World Cup High-Vis Ball (Size 5)

Marking one of the most revolutionary visual breakthroughs in football equipment history, the Adidas Tango River Plate 1978 Winter Edition honors the celebrated match ball introduced for the 1978 FIFA World Cup in Argentina. Designed with a high-visibility winter colorway to ensure maximum tracking on snow-dusted and overcast pitches, this Official Size 5 match ball pairs the immortal 20-triad optical pattern with exquisite, artisan hand-stitched construction.

Product Highlights

  • 1978 Argentina World Cup Heritage: Celebrates the defining tournament in Buenos Aires and Rosario, where host nation Argentina captured their inaugural World Cup trophy.

  • High-Visibility Winter Palette: Rendered in a striking high-contrast orange shell engineered for optimal visual tracking during low-light and adverse weather fixtures.

  • Hand-Stitched Precision: Meticulously hand-sewn with high-tensile thread, delivering supreme seam durability, precise panel alignment, and an authentic classic tactile feel.

  • Legendary Tango Triad Design: Features the timeless 20-panel triad graphic that visually forms 12 identical circles across the sphere, defining match ball aesthetics for decades to come.

  • Official Size 5 Specs: Fitted with a high-retention inflatable inner bladder engineered for predictable flight trajectory, true bounce, and reliable air pressure.

Specifications

Attribute Specification
Model Adidas Tango River Plate (Winter Edition)
Tournament / Era 1978 FIFA World Cup Argentina
Year 1978
Colorway / Edition High-Vis Orange / Black Triads
Size Official Size 5
Construction Premium Hand-Stitched
Material High-Grade PU / Synthetic Leather
Panel Architecture Classic 32-Panel Layout with 20 Tango Triads
Internal Structure High-Retention Inflatable Bladder with Air Valve

An Immortal Landmark in Vintage Ball Design

Whether displayed as an untouchable centerpiece in an executive sports gallery or treasured by vintage football purists as a pioneer of modern equipment design, the hand-stitched 1978 Tango River Plate Winter Edition captures the soul, artistry, and timeless prestige of World Cup history.

Secure this historic hand-stitched piece of World Cup history for your collection today.

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