In this video, Simon (Miniminter) reacts to the highly anticipated Nike World Cup 2026 trailer, titled "Rip the Script." Despite hearing great things about it, Simon manages to watch it for the first time live on stream, offering his unfiltered thoughts and observations on the star-studded advertisement.
Key Highlights of the Reaction:
- Crossover & Celebrity Cameos: Simon is impressed by the scale of the commercial, noting the appearances of major football stars like Mbappé and Ronaldo, as well as unexpected guests like Kim Kardashian (2:11) and the mention of Fortnite crossovers (4:18).
- Nostalgic Feels: Throughout the video, Simon compares the style of this advert to classic Nike commercials, specifically mentioning the famous "airport" ad (3:06) and the Joga Bonito campaigns (3:18).
- The "Goats" Moment: Simon reacts enthusiastically to the scene featuring LeBron James and Cristiano Ronaldo (6:22), describing it as one of the standout moments of the advert.
- Analysis of Production: Simon frequently comments on the technical side of the filming, questioning how the players were coordinated, the use of stunt doubles (5:16), and the CGI work (7:01).
Conclusion: Overall, Simon thoroughly enjoys the advert, calling it "insane" and "the biggest crossover." While he notes that it feels like a blend of old-school Nike nostalgia and a fresh new concept, he concludes that it is a brilliant piece of marketing that succeeds in generating excitement for the 2026 World Cup (10:08 - 10:42).
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