To celebrate adidas football icon Lionel Messi and the start of Argentina’s title defence at the FIFA World Cup 2026, adidas has released CODECHAOS Messi.
This is a limited-edition golf shoe in honour of the GOAT and the first-ever Messi-inspired golf shoe from the brand.
Where the pitch meets a pitching wedge, CODECHAOS Messi offers a unique design twist, combining elements of Messi’s ‘El Último Tango’ F50.6 TUNIT football boot and adidas’ CODECHAOS golf shoe.
While inspired by the iconic boot, the microfibre leather upper will still incorporate golf-specific features, such as a new AXISLOCK stabiliser in the heel and midfoot to give golfers stability and control on the course.
The outsole is highlighted by the classic TWISTGRIP traction system, which provides golfers with maximum grip and additional stability throughout the swing. For energised comfort, the footwear will feature full-length BOOST cushioning.
“For the next month, the world will be captivated by the FIFA World Cup 2026 stage. We want to celebrate this moment, and Lionel provides us with a great opportunity to do so," said Jeff Lienhart, General Manager of Golf at adidas.
"We partnered with our team in football to create something special for the course that combines the best of adidas Golf and adidas Football.”
To promote the new footwear, adidas captured imagery in Eastern Oregon at Silvies Valley Ranch, home to the famous goat caddies, part of its sustainable goat farming operation. These goats are trained to serve as caddies on two of the ranch’s renowned golf courses, adding a playful and memorable dimension to the game.
The CODECHAOS Messi will come in an Argentina-inspired ivory, gold and sky-blue colourway and feature the legendary ‘Messi’ logo on the tongue and sock liner.
All pairs will also arrive in elevated packaging that includes the ‘Messi’ and CODECHAOS logos, available online and at select retailers starting today, the 17th of June
