The official poster for the 2014 World Cup was unveiled on Wednesday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, marking less than 500 days until the commencement of the tournament. The event was graced by several legendary figures from Brazilian football, including Ronaldo, Bebeto, and Carlos Alberto Torres (the world champion in 1970), alongside FIFA’s Secretary General, Jérôme Valcke.
The poster features two footballers’ legs engaged in a competition for the ball, creatively forming the map of Brazil, all adorned in the country’s vibrant colors: green, blue, and yellow. Jérôme Valcke, who toured the Brazilian stadiums scheduled to host the upcoming World Cup, shared his initial impressions, stating, “We saw stadiums taking shape, and in one of them, in Brasilia, there is still a lot to do, but we have committed to delivering it to us on April 21.” The presentation of the poster adds to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the upcoming global football event.