Timothée Chalamet, known for his passion for sports, has joined forces with adidas, Bad Bunny, and a roster of A-list athletes to create a soccer-inspired short film titled “Backyard Legends.”
The project, unveiled ahead of next month’s FIFA World Cup, features football icons including Lionel Messi, Trinity Rodman, Lamine Yamal, Jude Bellingham, Zinedine Zidane, Alessandro Del Piero, and David Beckham.
Behind the Short Film
In a teaser shared by adidas on Thursday, the brand described the film as bringing to life “the greatest Football story ever told.” The narrative revolves around a legendary pitch where players compete in a high-stakes “win or go home” match, with a rumored unbeaten streak of 30 years.
adidas further explained in a logline:
“Set against a nostalgic soundtrack and ’90s street and terrace style, ‘Backyard Legends’ celebrates the joy of free play and the love of the game — reminding fans around the world that every pitch, from backyards to stadiums, can create a legend.”
Key Details About the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19 across 16 cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
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