The John Woodbridge 1950s retro football is handcrafted from 18 stitched leather panels. JW&S drew inspiration for its design from the Swiss World Champion model, with which Germany won the 1954 World Cup. Its authentic style is perfect for elegant sports decoration.
The first post-war European World Cup took place in Switzerland from June 16 to July 4, 1954. Favorites in the competition, the Hungarian team led by Ferenc Puskás, the famous "Golden Team" of Hungary, was defeated in the final by the German team. Equipped with Adidas's first interchangeable-cleat football shoes, the German team managed to control the ball better in the mud of the Wankdorf Stadium, in a match later dubbed the "Miracle of Bern." The official tournament ball at the time was the first 18-panel football model, the "Swiss World Champion," designed by the Basel-based company Kost Sport.
Full-grain leather
Panels: 18
Diameter: 22 cm
Weight: 410 g
Latex bladder
Leather lace
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Wooden stand for vintage ball (price: €15)