The Samba OG arrives here in a FIFA World Cup Mexico edition that keeps the silhouette close to its indoor-soccer roots — white leather through the upper with green serrated 3-Stripes, red heel detailing, and a gum outsole underneath. The Samba dates back to the late 1940s as an indoor soccer training shoe designed under Adi Dassler, and the thin sole and T-toe still come directly from that purpose.
This pair uses a leather upper with suede overlays at the toe, finished with gold Samba branding along the lateral side and Trefoil branding on the tongue. The gum rubber outsole stays low and flexible underfoot, giving the Samba its close-to-the-ground feel compared to most modern lifestyle sneakers. Green and red accents pull from the Mexico federation palette without turning the shoe into overt team merchandise.
If you're deciding between the Samba and the Gazelle, the difference comes down mostly to structure and fit. The Samba feels narrower and more structured with its leather upper and thin sole, while the Gazelle wears softer and roomier underfoot.
The white leather and gum sole keep it easy to wear with straight-fit denim, olive fatigues, or relaxed shorts. The green detailing gives it more presence than a standard white Samba without pushing too far into novelty territory.
THE DETAILS
- Style: Adidas Originals Samba OG
- Colorway: Cloud White / Better Scarlet / Team Dark Green
- Upper: Leather with suede toe overlay
- Branding: Serrated 3-Stripes, gold Samba branding, Trefoil tongue logo
- Sole: Gum rubber outsole
- Closure: Lace-up
FIT & SIZING
Listed in US Men's sizing. The Samba runs slightly long and narrow — most people size down a half size. Wider feet, stay true to size.
CONDITION
Brand new, deadstock. Ships in original Adidas box with all original packaging.
SHIPPING & VALUE
Ships same or next business day from our Portland, Oregon warehouse. Every pair is authenticated before it leaves our floor.
Also Known As
Also searched as: Adidas Samba Mexico, Samba FIFA World Cup Mexico, White Green Samba OG
