adidas reveal Champions League 2026 Budapest final ball

adidas has revealed the official ball for the Champions League final in Budapest, drawing on the city's identity as "Buda and Pest – a Tale of Two Cities" to express contrast and harmony. Historic architecture meets vibrant nightlife, classical elegance meets contemporary energy, all translated into a striking visual language for the match.

At the heart of the design is a rich purple metallic base with a chameleon pigmented finish that subtly shifts in tone with light, angle and movement. Set against a white canvas, the star panels remain crisp, while the spaces between them feature layered purple blocking and dynamic graphic detailing inspired by liquid forms and Budapest’s Art Nouveau tradition, enriched by cross-cultural and regional influences.

A vibrant colour palette reflects the city's artistic heritage; flowing textures and luminous accents evoke its rivers, bridges and illuminated streets.

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