Derbystar 2026 DFB-Pokal Final Ball Released
- DFB-Pokal Final Ball Unveiled: Derbystar and the DFB have revealed the special edition match ball for the 2026 DFB-Pokal final between Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart.
- Innovative Technology: The final will use the Derbystar "iBall" with KINEXON's Connected Ball Technology, providing real-time data to support VAR decisions and tactical analysis.
- Design and Availability: The ball features a gold color palette inspired by the DFB-Pokal trophy, displays the finalists' logos, documents their path to the final, and is available online.
Derbystar and the German Football Association (DFB) have officially unveiled the special edition match ball for the 2026 DFB-Pokal final, set to be contested between Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart on May 23.
In a historic first for German professional football, the final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin will utilize a ball equipped with integrated sensor technology. The Derbystar "iBall" features Connected Ball Technology provided in collaboration with KINEXON. An internal sensor will track highly precise, real-time data on ball contacts, speed, trajectory, and rotation without altering the ball's physical weight or flight characteristics. This live data will be used to directly support VAR decisions and provide advanced tactical analysis for broadcasters.
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Visually, the Derbystar 2026 DFB Pokal Final ball is based on the standard Brillant APS top match model used throughout the 2025-2026 cup campaign, but receives a luxurious aesthetic update.
The design of the Derbystar 2026 DFB Pokal Final football prominently features a rich gold color palette directly inspired by the iconic DFB-Pokal trophy, complemented by the tournament's standard green accents. Adding a customized touch, the ball proudly displays the golden club logos of both finalists. Furthermore, the individual design panels uniquely document each team's exact path to the final, detailing their previous cup opponents and match results from the first round onwards, turning the match ball into a literal record of the tournament.
The limited-edition Derbystar DFB-Pokal 2026 final match ball, alongside its standard replica and mini versions, is currently available exclusively through the brand's official online store.
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