Bastian Schweinsteiger’s Adidas Predator match worn boots. This special made to
measure boots were worn during the FIFA World Cup 2010 and are personalized
with „SARAH 7“. During the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Schweinsteiger was charged
with replacing the injured Michael Ballack at the centre of midfield. He performed
admirably in this role, adding valuable leadership and international experience to
a very young German side. He was vital to both the German attack and defence,
as was apparent when he was named the Man of the Match after the quarterfinal
match against Argentina, where he provided two assists while also managing to
contain Lionel Messi. Germany subsequently lost to Spain in the semifinals.
Germany was able to rally for a 3–2 victory over Uruguay in the third place match,
and, with Philipp Lahm resting on the bench because of illness, Schweinsteiger
served as captain. Overall, Schweinsteiger recorded three assists in seven
matches in South Africa, which tied him for the most assists in the finals with
Dirk Kuyt, Kaká, Thomas Müller and Mesut Özil. In recognition of his excellent
play throughout the tournament, he was chosen as one of ten finalists for the
prestigious Golden Ball, awarded to the most outstanding player of the
tournament.