Nike Merlin Premier League 18-19 Winter Ball Leaked

The first pictures of the Nike Premier League 18-19 winter ball, which is expected to be launched in the coming weeks, have leaked. Once again, all Nike-supplied leagues will play using a 'hi-vis' version of the brand's latest Merlin football.

Nike Merlin Hi-Vis Premier League Ball

This image shows the Nike Merlin 2018-2019 Premier League winter ball.

Not unlike previous editions, the Nike 2018-19 Premier League winter ball introduces an absolutely garish and eye-catching look in order to boost visibility during the winter months. It's predominantly yellow with the trademark upper graphic of the Merlin football appearing in purple and bright red, accentuated by silver outlines. The Premier League logo can be seen on the upper of the ball in purple.

Just like the regular, predominantly white rendition, the Nike Merlin Hi-Vis Premier League winter soccer ball boasts a revolutionary construction with just four panels to reduce the amount of seams and increase the size of the striking surface. A 3-D ink pattern and ACC tech (All Conditions Control) aim to further enhance ball control.

Serie A version

Nike Merlin Hi-Vis Premier League - Tech 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.
• Price: USD 150 (EUR 140, GBP 105)
• Release date: October 2018

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