The official Bundesliga soccer ball is made by Derbystar for the first time, replacing Adidas.
Derbystar had been represented in the Bundesliga through numerous partnerships with different clubs since the 1970-71 season, while Adidas had been the official ball maker since 2010-11.
Derbystar 18-19 Bundesliga Football
This is the new Derbystar 2018-19 ball.
While the last Bundesliga ball by Adidas boasted an unusual white, blue and yellow look, the first-ever Derbystar Brilliant APS Bundesliga ball is closely inspired by the Bundesliga logo. The new Derbystar 2018-19 Bundesliga football is white with black / grey applications and striking red details.
If we look at the tech, the Derbystar Bundesliga 18-19 ball is nothing new but the well-known Derbystar Brilliant APS, the brand's high-end soccer ball. The Derbystar APS has a traditional panel design and a 'snakeskin like' upper structure.
The new Bundesliga 18-19 ball was unveiled on May 25 2018 and is set for a debut when Bundesliga 2 kicks off in early August. It retails at EUR 140 in the OMB variant and will also be available to buy as replica and mini ball.
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