Premier League unveil new ball to be used by Sunderland and rivals in long-awaited top flight return
Sunderland Set for Premier League Return in 2025/26 with New Match Ball Unveiled
Sunderland will make their highly anticipated return to the Premier League in the 2025/26 season, and the league has introduced a brand-new match ball to mark the occasion.
After years of collaboration with Nike, the Premier League has now partnered with PUMA starting from the upcoming campaign. The new official match ball, named the PUMA Orbita Ultimate PL, features a striking design in purple and pink tones.
An official Premier League statement reads:
“The PUMA Orbita Ultimate PL, the official match ball of the 2025/26 Premier League season, is here. The new ball will debut this July during the Premier League Summer Series in the USA, giving fans around the world a first look ahead of the season’s kick-off on the weekend of 16 August.”
The ball features 12 equally sized panels for balanced weight distribution, enhancing its stability. It also boasts high-frequency moulding for improved durability, with deeper seams that boost aerodynamics and help maintain its shape over time.
Alongside the launch, PUMA and the Premier League have introduced the “Have a Ball” campaign. This initiative encourages players at all levels to play with confidence and enjoy the game, while also promoting grassroots programs, women’s and girls’ football, international outreach, and the Premier League’s No Room For Racism initiative.
Will Brass, Chief Commercial Officer at the Premier League, commented:
“The introduction of the new ball during the Premier League Summer Series signals an exciting new era. We’re delighted to welcome PUMA as a key partner in elevating the Premier League experience both on and off the field. We’re looking forward to the unforgettable moments this ball will help create.”
Richard Teyssier, PUMA’s Vice President of Brand and Marketing, added:
“The ‘Have a Ball’ campaign focuses on the emotional freedom football offers. With players only controlling the ball for about 109 seconds per match on average, every touch matters. We’re proud to see some of the world’s top players creating magic with the new ball. This partnership reflects our commitment to elite performance and innovation.”
Sunderland fans will be eager to see their team back in the top flight, kicking off a new chapter with fresh energy—and a fresh ball.
