To mark the arrival of Football Manager 26, Mitre has teamed up with SEGA® and Sports Interactive™ to drop something special: the Mitre x FM26 Ultimax. A bold, limited-edition football that takes the refreshed identity of FM26 and spins it into a tangible statement piece.
FM26 isn’t just another update – it’s a seismic shift. Built on the Unity Engine for the first time, the game delivers a refreshed managerial experience, upgraded matchday visuals, and the historic integration of Women’s Football alongside Men’s. Add the Premier League’s official license into the mix, and you’ve got authenticity dialled up to eleven. It felt like the perfect moment for two football icons to collide. Enter the Mitre x FM26 Ultimax. Only 300 balls exist, making this one a collector’s dream and a tribute to football fandom in its purest form.
The legendary Ultimax silhouette reimagined with dynamic geometric patterns in vivid purples and electric pinks, echoing FM26’s revitalised look. A bespoke Delta chevron wraps the ball, pulsing with gradients of pink and bursts of orange – injecting movement and flair into every panel. Dual branding sits front and centre, while the FM badge is woven subtly into the design. It’s heritage meeting gaming culture in one seamless fusion.
Speaking on the ball, Simon Rowe, Mitre’s Brand Director, said: “The Mitre x FM26 Ultimax captures the energy and evolution of the game. It’s a fusion of football heritage and gaming culture, built for fans and built to perform.”
Kamal Miah, Brand Projects Manager at SI, adds: “This is a landmark year for Football Manager. Bringing our new identity to life with Mitre – a brand rooted in the beautiful game – is something really special.”
The limited-edition FM26 Ultimax One is available now at prodirectsport.com/soccer
