The
third jersey uses a dark, almost black, shade of green, evoking the country’s
lush landscape and urban nightlife. The deep hue sets off vivid yellow
detailing of the team crest and Swoosh.
Similar
to Brasil’s national home jersey, the third uniform displays an illustration on
the inside of the collar. Created by Bruno Big, a designer from Rio de Janeiro,
the illustration shows a hand in a figa – the Brasilian equivalent to the
“fingers crossed” gesture, a traditional superstition believed to bring good
luck.
The
shorts pay tribute to another sport loved by Brasilians – surfing – with a
longer cut than traditional football shorts. Blue, green and yellow horizontal
stripes make reference to Brasil’s national flag. Green socks complete the
look.
TECHNOLOGICAL
DEVELOPMENT
Brasil’s
third jersey is made with a new dual-knit fabrication that incorporates cotton
and recycled polyester for the best in moisture-wicking properties, while
adding a softer feel and more flattering shape. It takes sweat away from the
body to the outside of the fabric, allowing for faster evaporation. Tests
measuring body temperature pinpointed areas of the body that most need cooling.
Nike placed zoned ventilation — composed of tiny laser-cut holes— under the
arms down to the hem to improve air circulation and add comfort.
ENVIRONMENTAL
SUSTAINABILITY
In
line with Nike’s commitment to superior performance with lower environmental
impact, the shirt, shorts — and for the first time in a national team kit — the
socks, all feature fabric made from recycled plastic bottles. Since 2010, Nike
has diverted almost two billion bottles from landfills, enough to cover more
than 2,800 full-sized football pitches.
