Nike Replaces Adidas as Official Ball Supplier for German Women's Bundesliga
- Nike's New Ball Supplier Role: Nike has officially signed an eight-year agreement with the German Football Association (DFB) to become the official ball supplier for the Frauen-Bundesliga, 2. Frauen-Bundesliga, and Women's Supercup, starting with the 2026-27 season.
- Replacement of Adidas: This landmark deal sees Nike replacing long-time partner Adidas, representing Nike's first-ever league-level partnership in Germany and underscoring its growing investment in the country's football landscape and commitment to elevating the women's game.
- Broader DFB Partnership: This league-wide ball deal is a precursor to Nike's broader partnership with the DFB, where it will take over as the official kit supplier for all German national teams starting January 2027, with the women's national team debuting new Nike kits at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Nike has officially signed an eight-year agreement with the German Football Association (DFB) to become the official ball supplier for the Frauen-Bundesliga, 2. Frauen-Bundesliga, and Women's Supercup, starting with the 2026-27 season. Replacing long-time partner Adidas, this landmark deal represents Nike's first-ever league-level partnership in Germany. The move underscores the brand's growing investment in the country's football landscape and its continued commitment to elevating the women's game.
Nike 26-27 German Women's Bundesliga Soccer Ball
As part of the new partnership, the Nike Control will serve as the official match ball across all three competitions. The Nike Control 26-27 Ball Women's Bundesliga football does not feature a custom look but is a streamlined ball with just the league logo added.
Nike 26-27 Control Ball
Tech-wise, the Nike Control soccer ball features a four-panel construction and OmniSculpt debossed grooves designed to provide a truer flight, a larger sweet spot, and a more consistent spherical shape.
This league-wide ball deal is a precursor to Nike's broader, highly anticipated partnership with the DFB. Starting in January 2027, Nike will take over as the official kit supplier for all German national teams. Consequently, the German women's national team will debut their new Nike kits during the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, marking a historic shift in German football apparel.