As funny as this may sound, Gallery 1950 is pretty much the “go-to guy” for rug and mat collabs (at least in our realm.) Though this isn’t a collab per se, the current World Cup stranglehold makes this just as newsworthy. The G1950 Field Mat is a football field styled rug, complete with a center circle made up of the G1950 namesake.

Have another look after the click.

Following their mixtape campaign, The FADER shares the very first episode of their Pitch Perfect documentary series, done in collaboration with Nike Sportswear. “It’s an introduction to the South Africa we’ve just met, as seen and felt during our first few days in the country’s largest metropolis. In addition to feeling as though you’re on the ground here with us, you’ll also catch glimpses of some of the faces, scenes and vibrations we’ll revisit as the series progresses. So without further adieu, this is South Africa now, alive and kicking.” Enjoy!

The Alife Rivington Club aligns with Umbro to create a “World Champions” pop-up shop for the duration of the World Cup. The pop-up shop will showcase the Umbro World Champions collection as well as an outdoor viewing space outfitted with multiple flat screens to broadcast live games from South Africa. The Umbro A.R.C. pop-up shop is located at 157 Rivington Street in New York City’s Lower East Side. The Umbro Champions Collection and other Umbro goods – such as the collaborative A.R.C. bottles and coozies seen above – are available at rivingtonclub.com.

More A.R.C. x Umbro “World Champions” Pop-Up Shop looks follow.

The next brand to get into the World Cup fever is 55DSL. Inspired by the world’s top footballing countries, their collection in collaboration with Panini comprises 10 t-shirts created in collaboration with 10 different international artists and 1 celebrative tee designed by the 55DSL creative team. The tees are available now from London’s 55DSL store on Newburgh Street and ASOS, as well as 55DSL stores worldwide.

More 55DSL 2010 World Cup Tees looks follow.

Stussy joins in on the World Cup 2010 madness with a set of t-shirts. They worked on both “World Tour” style shirts as well as more image oriented pieces. Release date is May 29, 2010 at Stussy chapter stores.

More Stussy World Cup 2010 Tees follow.

Designer Stephen Wong, head of Wong Wong and former Art Director of Helmut Lang Studios, created an exclusive World Cup 2010 collection for Happy Socks. “With inspiration sought from the world of football, the collection pays homage to the rich footballing cultural history of eight chosen nations from across the globe. Recognizable the world over for their colours, flags, and kits as well as their respected involvement in the world of football, the eight countries represented are Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, South Africa.”

Continue for more Happy Socks x Wong Wong World Cup Socks.

GoodWood NYC cooked up a set of limited edition World Cup Medallions. “Featuring powerhouse squads Brasil, Italy, Germany, England, Spain, Mexico and the USA in their national colors, these are a must have for any football enthusiast.” Available Monday May 10, 2010 only at goodwoodnyc.com.

Check out the accompanying video below:

More GoodWood NYC World Cup Medallion flicks follow.

“Behind the scenes at the photoshoot for Umbro’s World Champions Collection, featuring the seven girls from the seven countries who’ve been crowned the best in the world – England, France, Germany, Italy, Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay.” The shirts themselves feature some great artist designed crests as well including the likes of Marok (Germany) and Andre (France.)

Visit Umbro’s YouTube page for individual interviews with each girl.

Check out each Umbro World Champions Collection crest after the click.

SL profiles the Happy Socks World Cup 2010 Series. “How can you Germans not resist wearing those? “Recognizable the world over by their colours, flags, and kits as well as their respected his- tory in the world of football, the eight countries represented are Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, South Africa. Six past World Champions are represented with each embroidered star signifying the number of titles won.” Look for them on may 21st at Happy Socks retailers or online at Happy Socks USA.”

More looks at the Happy Socks World Cup Series for 2010 follow here.

Today we attended a press conference for the launch of adidas‘ Official Match Ball for the final of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Entitled “Jo’Bulani”, the ball is a unique gold-colored version of the South African-inspired “Jabulani”, which pays tribute to the host city of Johannesbury or Jo’burg (the City of Gold) through its name and colorway. The adidas Jo’Bulani will be available at retail from April 20th onwards.

More looks at the adidas Jo’Bulani follow after the click.