Exclusive: Adidas Champions League 25-26 "Third" 25-Year Anniversary Ball Leaked
- Anniversary Ball: Adidas is releasing a special 'Third' match ball for the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League to celebrate 25 years as the official ball supplier.
- Design Features: The anniversary ball has a white base with shimmering silver stars outlined in deep purple, and includes a '25 YEARS' logo inside one of the stars.
- Release and Usage: The special edition ball is expected to launch in January 2026 and will be used during the final League Phase matchdays and the Knockout Round Play-offs.
Update: Footy Headlines can exclusively reveal the special third match ball for the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. This stunning design celebrates a monumental milestone: 25 years of Adidas as the official ball supplier for the competition.
Special Champions League 25-26 'Third' Ball
Check out the special Adidas Champions League 25-Year anniversary ball.
The special Adidas Champions League 25-Year Anniversary ball features a luxurious and celebratory look. It combines a classic white base with shimmering silver stars, honoring the "silver anniversary" of the partnership.
To make the design pop, the stars are outlined with deep purple borders, adding a touch of royalty and elegance.
The standout feature is a custom graphic placed inside one of the stars. It displays a large '25 YEARS' logo, surrounded by the text "Official Match Ball Supplier," commemorating the relationship that began in 2001.
Champions League 24-25 vs 25-26 Third Balls
This ball follows the strategy Adidas introduced with the 'Fired Up' ball in the 24-25 season. It serves as a "Third Ball" for the tournament.
We expect this special edition ball to be launched in January 2026. It will likely be used on the pitch during the final matchdays of the League Phase and the Knockout Round Play-offs.
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