Champions League: UEFA unveils official ‘Madrid 19’ match ball for final

UEFA on Saturday unveiled the official match ball for the 2018-2019 UEFA Champions League final which is scheduled to be held in Madrid.

Made by Adidas the new ‘Madrid Finale 19’ ball has colors and designs inspired by Spain’s red and yellow national flag. It also incorporates an artistic interpretation of Atletico Madrid’s new stadium, the Wanda Metropolitano.

Here it is! 
@adidasfootball's official #UCL match ball for the knockout stages! #DareToCreate pic.twitter.com/le2eNnJL2q

— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) January 19, 2019

“The coloring of the ball has been inverted,” Adidas said in a statement. “With white stars and an innovative red graphic print that features the stadium that will host the final.” The company added: “The official match ball of the final is designed to highlight the iconic stars of the UEFA Champions League.”

The brand also explained that the new ball features its latest technology as well. “The ‘Madrid Finale 19’ will be deployed for all remaining matches in the UEFA Champions League this season, starting from the round of 16 which gets underway in February.”