Adidas and UEFA unveiled today (Monday) the official final ball for the 2020/21 Champions League, and its name is Istanbul 21. This year adidas and UEFA are celebrating 20 years of heritage for the star motif that characterizes the league’s final balls, which was first launched in 2001 and became an icon. Associated with the largest and most exciting football tournament for European football teams. In honor of the milestone, this year the ball received a unique design, showcasing and combining the designs of the various final balls from the last two decades.
Next to each of the 20 historical designs that appear on the new ball is a red caption, indicating the name of the year and the city where the final took place. For example: Lisbon 2020, Berlin 2015, etc.
The new ball gives players control, stability and a secure grip and in addition provides a smooth and improved touch for higher accuracy on the field. It is created with the help of sustainable components, as part of adidas’ adherence to the values of sustainability and environmental protection.
The new Istanbul 21 ball will be sold in Israel and will be offered in several versions: TRAINING version (99.9 NIS), LEAGUE version (159.9 NIS), PRO version (499.9 NIS) and even a mini version (59.9 NIS).