Here’s a 1978 adidas ad for the Dirk, Apollo, Brasil, and Shooting Star models. The Dirk has some strong Puma Clyde vibes and the Shooting Star appears to be adidas going head-to-head with the Chuck Taylor.
This ad also features Franz Beckenbauer who according to Wikipedia “was nicknamed Der Kaiser ("The Emperor") because of his elegant style, dominance and leadership on the field.”
Ad info is below:
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