All-New Nike Merlin 2018-19 Premier League, La Liga and Serie A Balls Leaked
Jan 19, 2018, by Chris
Nike will release an all-new ball for the 2018-2019 season and beyond, the Nike Merlin. The Nike Merlin replaces the Nike Ordem football, set to be used for all major leagues and tournaments sponsored by the Swoosh such as the La Liga, Premier League and Serie A.
The name of Nike's 2018-19 football directly arises from the classic Nike Geo Merlin football, the official match ball of the English Premier League seasons between 2000-2004. It was the first-ever Premier League ball made by Nike.
Nike Ordem V 2017-18 balls
Nike Merlin 2018-2019 Soccer Ball
This is the launch (standard) edition of the Nike Merlin 2018-2019 football.
The Nike Merlin football has a brand-new 4-panel configuration to reduce seams while opening up a wider striking surface - previous Nike footballs had a 12-panel construction. It is Nike's first-ever ball to feature Nike ACC (All Conditions Control) technology. Check out all you need to know about the Nike Merlin football.
Nike's new Premier League football for the 2018-2019 season is mainly white with dark blue / silver applications and light blue / yellow graphic elements. The Nike Merlin 2018-2019 La Liga football combines the main color white with wine-purple, yellow and pink applications and graphic elements.
The Serie A 2018-2019 ball is white with blue, red and yellow design elements. Just as all other balls, the Nike 2018-2019 Serie A football is also based on the design of the Nike Merlin, with the only difference the colors and the league logo.
Nike Merlin 2018-2019 Premier League, La Liga & Serie A Ball - Features
- 4-panel construction reduces seams and enlarges the striking surface
- 3-D ink patterns apply variations for increased control
- Nike Aerowtrac grooves for more consistency in ball spin
- Foam casing consists of multiple layers of polyurethane bonded together with a cloth backer
- ACC upper technology for better control in all weather conditions
- Latex bladder wrapped in cloth maintains air pressure more consistently than traditional rubber bladders, keeping the ball shape spherical.
Set to be released in July 2018, the new Nike Merlin footballs retail at a price of around 130 Euro, respectively.
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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.