French national team has ensured a place in the 2014 World Cup after beating Ukraine with a 3-2 aggregate advantage in the play-offs, Tuesday (19/11/2013). Les Bleus squad was immediately released
the official uniform that will be worn in Brazil. The new uniform is still dominated by primary colors of blue, but this time for a uniform look more simple with white color combined at the collar, rooster logo, and sponsors.
Meanwhile, for uniform technology, Nike, as the main sponsor of France, still rely on the innovation of Nike Dri-Fit. In addition, the uniform was also combined with "burnout" mesh and laser cut ventilation holes in order to help regulate body temperature performance of the players.
"By adjusting the sweat and keep the body temperature remains cool even longer, the players feel more comfortable, sweat less, and perform better," said Martin Lotti, Nike's Creative Director for Football.
Lotti added French uniform design is kept simple this time because he wanted to highlight the historical impression. In fact, he admitted, every detail in the uniform fabric is processed with a focus to improve the comfort of the players during a match.
"When we asked the players to talk about the kind of protection they need during the game, they showed us scars and abrasions on the upper hip area," said Lotti.
"Some of our players showed the same injury so we intend to add protection, while balancing the needs of lightweight materials and the ability to breathe," he added.
For pants, French still be using the dominant white color that will blend with the red socks that blend the color depicts the greatness of the French flag. French midfielder Blaise Matuidi also said he was happy with the design of the new uniforms.
"When we played it was for the fans and the country. We want to make them proud. Latest Kit This is a symbol of French elegance with technology that will help us to do our best in Brazil," said the player of the Paris Saint-Germain.