Adidas Samba OG: its history, the versions, how to pick your size and what it costs in 2026
The Samba was made for playing football on frozen pitches, and ended up on everyone's feet. Here's its story, the versions not to mix up, how to pick your size and what to expect price-wise when you look for it on Yupoo.
Where the Adidas Samba comes from
The Samba was born at adidas in the late 1940s. Adi Dassler, the brand's founder, wanted a shoe that would grip on frozen football pitches during the German winter. His answer: a grippy gum sole and a soft leather upper.
The name was picked with the 1950 World Cup in Brazil in mind. After that, the Samba became the training and indoor football shoe for lots of players, then left the pitch to become an everyday sneaker.
It made a huge comeback from 2022, pushed by fashion and by collabs, especially with designer Wales Bonner. The Samba OG, with its suede toe and gum sole, is the version everyone is after.
The versions that matter
Several shoes carry the Samba name. They don't all look as alike as you'd think:
| Version | What sets it apart | Who it's for |
| Samba OG | The cult version: low, slim profile, suede toe, gum sole, gold Samba lettering on the side | The look you see everywhere |
| Samba Classic | Simpler cut, from indoor football | If you want a plainer Samba |
| Samba ADV | adidas' skate version, more padded | Skating or more support |
| Samba XLG | Thicker sole, chunkier shape | If you find the OG too flat |
| Samba Decon | Unstructured version, softer | Comfort first |
Adidas Samba OG: which size to pick
In length, the Samba OG fits true to size: go with your usual adidas size. But it's narrow, especially at the front. adidas says so itself: if you have wide feet, go up half a size.
- Regular feet: your usual adidas size.
- Wide feet: half a size up, as adidas recommends.
- Don't size down: the front is already snug and your toes will suffer.
- Measure your foot in centimetres and compare with the album's size chart or adidas' own.
- adidas uses third sizes in EU (40 2/3, 41 1/3): check that the seller uses the same system.
Adidas Samba OG price in 2026
On adidas' French site, the Samba OG costs about €120 in 2026. Some colourways or materials go up to €130 or €140. You'll also find it on sale at retailers, depending on the colourway.
On Yupoo, prices vary a lot from one seller to the next. Yupa doesn't sell anything: we show the price each seller lists, converted to euros, unchanged, and send you to them.
When you compare, don't just look at the number. Check the photo quality, whether there's a size chart, and always add shipping and customs. It's all explained in /guides/douane-colis-chine.
| Version | Official retail price (about, 2026) |
| Samba OG, classic colourways | €120 |
| Samba OG, special colourways or materials | €130 to €140 |
Finding the Samba OG on Yupoo with Yupa
Opening albums one by one takes hours. Yupa searches the public catalogues of Yupoo stores and shows you the listings in one place.
- Type 'Samba OG' in the search, and add the colourway if you have one in mind, for example 'Samba OG black'.
- Filter by type (shoes) and by size to keep only what's relevant to you.
- Compare stores: price converted to euros, number of photos, size chart.
- Open the seller's album to see all the photos and their contact details.
- If you're new, read /blog/chercher-sur-yupoo for search tips.
What to wear with a Samba OG, and how to look after it
The Samba OG is slim and low. It works with straight jeans that end just above the shoe, wide trousers or a skirt. Black or white with a gum sole are the easiest to wear.
For care, clean the leather with a soft brush and a little soapy water. Brush the suede toe dry with a dedicated brush. The gum sole gets dirty fast: an old toothbrush and a bit of soap do the job.
Does the Adidas Samba OG run big or small?
True to size in length, but narrow. Go with your usual adidas size, and half a size up if you have wide feet.
How much does a Samba OG cost in 2026?
About €120 on adidas' site, up to €130 or €140 for some colourways. On Yupoo, each seller sets their own price and Yupa shows it converted to euros.
What's the difference between the Samba OG and the Samba Classic?
The OG has the low, slim profile, suede toe and gum sole you see everywhere. The Classic has a simpler cut that comes from indoor football.
How do I clean a Samba OG?
Soft brush and soapy water on the leather, a suede brush used dry on the toe, and an old toothbrush for the gum sole. No washing machine.
Where can I find the Samba OG on Yupoo?
Search 'Samba OG' on Yupa, filter by size and compare stores. Yupa doesn't sell anything: it sends you to the seller's album.
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