Mohamed Salah and adidas unveil F50 signature boots for AFCON 2025 A design inspired by Egyptian heritage

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is widely expected to be the final tournament of Mohamed Salah’s illustrious career. To mark the occasion, adidas has unveiled a signature shoe dedicated to the Egyptian forward, set to debut during the competition in Morocco. The model is a special edition of the F50 line, officially named the F50 Elite FG Salah. The boot features a clean white upper, crossed by horizontally aligned three stripes rendered in a refined and unexpected copper hue.

The same copper tone is echoed in the intricate hieroglyphic motifs that adorn the boot, forming a dense pattern around the heel before gradually thinning toward the toe. These details alternate with additional hieroglyphs created through a subtle tone-on-tone effect. The design draws inspiration from the treasures and timeless grandeur of ancient Egyptian civilization—an apt tribute to a player who has reshaped the narrative of African football and who hopes to deliver one final moment of pride to his people before stepping away from the game.

The release of the boot further underscores Salah’s unique status in the Arab world. While in Europe he is regarded as one of the game’s elite players, within the Muslim community his influence extends far beyond the pitch. Salah is not merely a celebrated athlete; he is a cultural and religious symbol. A figure of aspiration and a source of collective pride. His success with Liverpool has elevated him to one of the most influential personalities in the Muslim world. As the undisputed star of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, it is only fitting that adidas chose to honor him once again.