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UEFA and Adidas Unveil 2026 Champions League Final Ball for Budapest

Lion, dragon motifs in white, purple, neon yellow evoke Budapest’s dual identity.

Overview

  • Adidas released the official match ball on February 9 with retail availability beginning immediately.
  • The ball will debut in the Champions League knockout phase ahead of the May 30 final in Budapest.
  • Design elements include white star panels, a liquid-effect graphic, and Budapest-inspired iconography.
  • The color palette features white, purple, and neon yellow with high-visibility yellow Adidas and UCL logos.
  • Finalists are still to be determined as playoffs over the next two weeks shape the knockout field, including ties involving Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen.