adidas has lifted the lid on the Official Match Ball for the 2026 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final, and it’s one built with myth, muscle and modernity at its core. Set to headline the showpiece event in Oslo – and make its first appearance in the knockout play‑offs – the new design channels deep‑cut Scandinavian heritage while matching the forward stride of the women’s game.
With the women’s game continuing to evolve at pace, the 2026 UWCL Final Ball lands as a fitting symbol of where the sport stands: fearless, interconnected and steeped in its own identity. Where previous editions have leaned into elegance, this one steps onto the pitch with armour. Its identity is rooted in the legendary Nordic Shield Maidens – fierce female warriors celebrated for strength, courage and independence – and the tactical “Skjaldborg”, the shield wall formation that symbolised unity and unbreakable resilience. It’s not subtle, and it’s not meant to be. This is a ball built around collective power.
Visually, adidas threads that mythology through a bold, modern aesthetic. Picking up where the group stage ball left off, a clean white base provides the canvas, but everything orbiting it comes alive with metallic purpose. The space between the iconic star panels is finished in a fire‑red metallic tone — sharp, energised and unmistakably battle‑ready. Around each star, silver detailing forms protective, shield‑like elements, with interlocking armour motifs reinforcing the themes of strength and cohesion.
It’s in the close‑up work that the narrative really kicks. Intricate silver etchings cut through the red blocking with the precision of carved Nordic relics, giving the surface a tactile depth that feels both ancient and future‑focused. Look even closer and you’ll spot tiger motifs woven into the design — an intentional nod to Oslo’s nickname, Tigerstaden (the Tiger City). Subtle enough to reward attention, loud enough to carry cultural weight.
Adding a jolt of freshness to the otherwise fiery palette, the adidas performance logo and the UEFA Women’s Champions League branding arrive in a bold blue hue. It’s a contemporary contrast that pops against the metallic heat of the ball, rounding out a piece of equipment that feels equal parts performance tool and storytelling artefact.
The 2026 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final Ball is available at adidas.com
