LEAKED: Nike To Bring Back Classic Geo Merlin Ball Name + Design? For 2018-19 Season
Nov 28, 2017, by Chris
Adidas brought back the iconic design and the name of the Adidas Telstar football with the 2018 World Cup ball, and now we can exclusively reveal that Nike will also bring back an icon to life again with their upcoming ball for 2018 onwards.
Nike 2018-19 Premier League, La Liga and Serie A to Be Called Merlin
The new Nike 18-19 Premier League football will be called 'Nike Premier League Merlin'.
After the past four Nike Premier League, La Liga and Serie A balls have been based on the Nike Ordem football that was launched in late 2013 (they were named Nike Ordem 2, Nike Ordem 3, Nike Ordem 4 & Nike Ordem 5), the new Nike 2018-2019 Premier League, La Liga and Serie A footballs will enter a new chapter for Nike footballs.
The new Nike Premier League 18-19 ball will be called Nike Premier League Merlin, the La Liga ball will be known as 'Nike La Liga Merlin' and the Serie A ball 'Nike Serie A Merlin'. Nike Geo Merlin has been the name of the official match ball of the English Premier League seasons between 2000-2004. It was the first-ever Premier League ball made by Nike who took over from Mitre in 2000.
It is also almost certain that Nike's 2018-19 ball will be no more based on the Nike Ordem but will come with new technologies and a new panel shape. There is no detailed tech info about the new Nike Merlin 2018-2019 soccer ball yet, however.
Do you look forward to the first tech info and to see the all-new Nike Merlin 2018-2019 football? Let us know in the comments below.
AEL Limassol 26-27 Home Kit Revealed
The new AEL Limassol 26-27 home kit has been revealed. Manufactured by Macron, the new AEL Limassol 26-27 home jersey introduces a stylish design for the Cypriot First Division club's upcoming campaign.
Spartak Moscow 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Russian club Spartak Moscow have officially released their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. The new kits are made by Russian sportswear brand Jogel, which continues to supply kits for the team.
The launch of the Spartak Moscow 26-27 kits took place on the exact same day as the release of the new Zenit Saint Petersburg 26-27 kits. Both sets of jerseys were unveiled concurrently by Jogel in a coordinated drop for two of the most prominent clubs in the Russian Premier League.
The new Jogel Spartak Moscow 26-27 home and away shirts will be worn throughout the upcoming domestic campaign. The simultaneous release highlights the manufacturer's growing presence across Russian football.
Hradec Králové 26-27 Home & Away Kit Released
Czech First League side Hradec Králové have unveiled their new home and away kit, made by Jako and to be worn in the upcoming 2026-27 season.
The two kits bring contrast approaches: The home kit is an interesting take on the traditional black and white stripes, with subtle abstract inside each stripe and a horizontal black band for sponsor placement. The away kit, on the other hand, is a simple yellow design with similar graphic and black accents.
What do you think of Hradec Králové 2026-27 home and away kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Airdrieonians FC 26-27 Home & Away Kit Released
Scottish League One side Airdrieonians FC have introduced their new looks for the upcoming 2026-27 season, made by Puma.
Both of the new designs share one identical idea: a huge red V-shaped band across the chest - which is also the club's signature graphic. Similar feature also appear on the sleeves, creating a matching full looks. While the home kit use traditional white base, the away kit is in all black.
What do you think about Airdrieonians FC 2026-27 home and away kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Aston Villa Announces Visit Rwanda as Front-of-Shirt Sponsor
Aston Villa have officially announced Visit Rwanda as the club's new Principal Partner, Official Tourism Partner, and Official Coffee Provider.
Starting from the 26-27 season, the Visit Rwanda logo will appear on the front of all men's, women's, and academy team shirts. The partnership expands the Rwanda Development Board's strategy of utilizing high-profile football sponsorships to promote global tourism.
Described as the most lucrative sponsorship deal in Aston Villa's history, reports indicate the agreement is worth up to £20 million per year including bonuses.
Brackley Town 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League North side Brackley Town FC have officially launched their new Adidas home and away kits for the 26-27 season.
Produced in collaboration with Pro Direct Soccer, the Brackley Town 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional red and white stripes. The Brackley Town 26-27 away shirt introduces a sleek look with a black base complemented by striking golden-yellow pinstripes.
Both the new home and away kits are available to purchase online, retailing at £50 for adult sizes and £45 for youth sizes.