Bob Marley ‘Football is Freedom’ clothing range drops to mass acclaim

The Bob Marley x adidas “Football is Freedom” range launched late last week and honors the legendary reggae musician’s lifelong passion for football and his belief that the sport serves as a universal tool for liberation and unity.

The collection was developed between the German based sportswear brand and the Bob Marley Foundation and timed to celebrate what would have been Marley’s 80th birthday.

“Football is Freedom”

The phrase “Football is Freedom” was a personal mantra of Bob Marley as the collection draws heavily from the 1970s—the “golden era” of both Marley’s career and his casual football matches. Adidas designers used archival photographs to recreate specific pieces Marley actually wore, blending retro aesthetics with modern materials.

The 8-piece collection features “off-pitch” lifestyle apparel and classic footwear including a Gazelle Indoor shoe, a two versions of the classic SL 72 RS training shoe.

Apparel included are, a Hero Jersey, green tracksuit, bowler bag, t-shirts and crew socks.

Reaction

The reaction to the new adidas x Bob Marley collection has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans and fashion critics praising its “soulful” authenticity and historical depth.

Critics and fashion outlets like Decked Out Magazine and Esquire have highlighted the collection’s focus on archival accuracy.

The collection’s mantra, “Football is Freedom,” has resonated deeply with both the Jamaican diaspora and the global football community.

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