Serie A to Abandon Controversial Orange Ball After Color Blindness Concerns
- Orange Ball Abandoned: Serie A will stop using the orange Puma winter ball due to concerns that it is invisible to people with color blindness.
- Replacement Ball Color: Serie A will switch back to using either a yellow or white ball to improve visibility for all supporters and players.
- Production Demands: The transition away from the orange ball will take time because Serie A needs a large quantity of replacement balls, roughly 500 per week.
Serie A will replace its controversial orange Puma winter ball after discovering the design is invisible to people with color blindness.
Serie A to Switch to White or Yellow Ball
The Italian league introduced the orange ball, the Puma Orbita Hi-Vis, from matchday 12 of the current season. Serie A had moved away from the traditional yellow ball commonly used in winter months, believing the orange ball would provide better contrast in poor playing conditions.
However, Serie A officials failed to consider that the orange ball is practically invisible to supporters and players suffering from color blindness, making it a non-inclusive choice that has drawn widespread criticism.
Lega Serie A president Ezio Simonelli confirmed the league has requested its supplier to produce replacement balls, though the transition away from the orange ball will not happen immediately due to production complexities.
"We have received many justified protests on this issue, there are people who cannot see the ball due to color blindness," Simonelli explained in an interview with Rai Radio 1. "We have asked our supplier to prepare a quantity of new balls."
The production demands are substantial as Serie A requires 25 balls per match, totaling 500 per week, not including training balls provided to each team. The orange ball has been used since November 22, when Bologna defeated Udinese 3-0, and has featured in five consecutive matchdays.
"They've put new balls into production with a more visible color, but it will be a while before the orange ball is replaced. We'll go back to yellow or white," Simonelli confirmed.
However, Footy Headlines believes that Serie A could easily switch to the white ball, which was launched at the start of the season and of which the teams are likely to still have a few left. Also, you should not need 25 new balls per game, they should last much longer.
Should Serie A have tested the orange ball with color blind supporters before introducing it? Let us know in the comments below.
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Dorking Wanderers 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
English National League South side Dorking Wanderers have officially revealed their new home and away kits for the 2026-2027 season.
The new 26-27 home shirt introduces a classic and timeless design, stripping things back to a traditional aesthetic. It features bold red and white vertical stripes that draw inspiration from historic European football heritage. To complete the clean and authentic on-pitch look, the home jersey is perfectly paired with deep blue shorts and traditional white socks.
Following the launch of the primary strip, Dorking Wanderers also introduced their new 26-27 away kit, which delivers a much sharper and modern edge. This secondary jersey is defined by striking black and orange stripes, creating a strong contrast between dark and vibrant tones.
Notably, the club has thoughtfully replaced the betting sponsor with health and wellbeing partner Nuffield Health for all junior kits, while also actively reducing the price of youth shirts by £6 down to £39 to help younger fans afford their colors.
Which of these two striped Dorking Wanderers designs do you prefer? Let us know in the comments below.
Special Goiás 2026 'Romaria' Kit Released
Brazilian side Goiás EC and technical sponsor Diadora have officially launched a special edition "Romaria" kit for the 2026 season. This unique jersey is designed to honor the deep-rooted faith and cultural traditions of the club's supporters, known as the Emerald Nation.
Tying heavily into the local religious pilgrimages that take place in the state of Goiás, the release operates under the fitting motto, "Faith is not explained. It is carried," successfully blending regional heritage with modern football apparel.
The design of the new Goiás 2026 Romaria shirt is anchored by an off-white base that is heavily detailed with an intricate, tonal graphic pattern. This all-over print features ornate filigree and religious iconography directly inspired by the Divino Pai Eterno (Divine Eternal Father), a central figure in the state's famous annual pilgrimage. To contrast the subtle background artwork, Diadora has applied its logo and the classic circular 'G' club crest in a sharp, dark green on the chest, while subtle gold piping accents the shoulder lines.
The most striking colorful details of the kit are reserved for the sleeve cuffs, which feature vibrant, tricolor bands of blue, green, and yellow. Upon closer inspection, these colored stripes are inscribed with repeating "Divino Pai Eterno" text, further cementing the jersey's homage to the region's spiritual traditions.
What are your thoughts on this intricately detailed Diadora and Goiás Romaria kit? Let us know in the comments below.
Aldosivi 2026 Home and Away Kits Released
Kappa has officially unveiled the new home and away kits for Argentine side Aldosivi ahead of the second half of the 2026 season. Launched under the campaign themes of "Familia" and "Barrio," the Italian sportswear brand has delivered a set of bespoke designs that celebrate the club's rich history and deep connection to its local community in Mar del Plata.
The Kappa Aldosivi 2026 home shirt is part of the "Familia" collection, which serves as a tribute to the inherited passion that unites different generations of the club's supporters. The design stays remarkably true to the team's historical visual identity, featuring the classic green and yellow vertical stripes. The green stripes have a subtle pattern.
Complementing the primary strip is the new Aldosivi 2026 away kit, introduced as part of the "Barrio" collection to honor the local neighborhood and the people who define the club's everyday identity. This alternative jersey opts for a modern look in black with gradient logos and elements.
