World Cup Sponsor AGC Signs Luis Figo as Ambassador

AGC, ampoule a world-leading supplier of glass, find chemicals, generic ceramics and other high-tech materials and components, today announced the appointment of Luís Figo as the ambassador of its official glass roof for player benches for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.

The company also launched today its campaign website, featuring the Portuguese football legend.

“I’m thrilled to be appointed as the captain of this campaign to promote this unprecedented project designed to bring new-found excitement and drama to fans and players alike at the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™”, said Luís Figo. “I am eagerly awaiting the unveiling of this glass roof for player benches scheduled for April 23rd in Brazil”.

Known as a member of Portugal’s “Golden Generation”, Luís Figo has enjoyed an illustrious career in which he was named 2001 FIFA World Player of the Year, and won the UEFA Champions League in 2002 with Real Madrid, among many other notable achievements. 

“Luís Figo is an internationally renowned superhero whose attractive performances have long captivated a global audience”, says Kazuhiko Ishimura, President & CEO of AGC. “In our products, we hope to convey the same characteristics and qualities found in his global endeavors and contributions, and for this reason, we chose Mr. Figo to be our ambassador.”