Fevernova became the official ball of the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea. It was the first Championship hosted by two countries at once. Therefore, the ball had to become special and unite their cultures.
For the first time since 1978, Adidas moved away from the standard design of balls and developed the Fevernova. Three triangles twisted into a turbine-shaped structure reflect the technological innovations of both countries. And red and gold colors are traditionally used in Asian mythology. Red means fire, passion and struggle, and gold means the winner's reward and well—deserved respect.
FACTS ABOUT THIS BALL
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For the final, Adidas presented a special version of Fevernova. The green elements were replaced by a gold color that extends from the edges to the center, emphasizing the importance and status of the final match. The Championship matches were held at 20 stadiums in Japan and the Republic of Korea, most of which were built specifically for the World Cup. The national teams of Germany and Brazil met in the final of the championship. The South Americans won with a score of 0:2.
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