Today's item focuses on the "dramatic" unveiling of the Golden Ball. Adidas has sponsered the World Cup since 1970, providing a tournament ball every four years that celebrates the host nation in some way. I'm still trying to figure out what the hell Questra was supposed to celebrate when the USA hosted in 1994! This year, the official match ball is dubbed Teamgeist as an homage to the German hosts. Not bad. I liked the design and even ordered a mini version to give to Ava for her 1st birthday - her 1st soccer ball (insert awwwwwwww here).The funny part is that Germany decided to make a special World Cup Final edition - the Golden Ball! It's official name is Teamgeist Berlin. Never before has the final match had such a unique ball. To unveil the top secret ball, there was a "bizarre ceremony" at the Brandenburg Gate in which Franz Beckenbauer unwrapped the ball surrounded by Greek warriers. Huh? Is it just me or does the rest of the world have a strange knack for making an event creepy or weird when they are seeking drama? Anyway, this ball will soon be for sale for $200 or so. Buy yours soon before they run out!
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