# UEFA Champions League match ball supplier transition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uefa-champions-league-match-ball-supplier-transition
> Updated: 2026-08-26T19:42:45.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Adidas has unveiled the official match balls for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Women's Champions League. The men's tournament ball features a white base with a metallic surface and a fog effect, while the women's ball utilizes a ‘Ring of Light’ concept with purple, gold, and orange graphics.

Following the conclusion of the Adidas partnership at the end of the 2026-27 season, Nike is set to become the official match ball supplier starting in the 2027-28 season. The new deal with Nike is reported to be worth approximately $45 million annually. While there was speculation regarding design changes due to Adidas trademarks, reports indicate the iconic ‘Starball’ design will likely be maintained.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Adidas unveils 2026/27 UEFA Champions League match balls

Adidas has introduced the official seamless match balls for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League and UEFA Women's Champions League, featuring unique designs inspired by player dedication and the rise of women's足球.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/adidas-unveils-202627-uefa-champions-league-match-balls

### 2026-08-15: Nike to succeed Adidas as UEFA Champions League ball supplier

Nike is expected to replace Adidas as the UEFA Champions League match ball supplier for the 2027-28 season, likely maintaining the tournament's iconic Starball design in a deal worth roughly $45 million perปี.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nike-to-succeed-adidas-as-uefa-champions-league-ball-supplier

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