The Premier League has officially announced that German sports brand PUMA will take over as the league’s match ball supplier starting this summer.
This marks the end of a 25-year partnership with Nike, whose final contribution, the Tiempo ball—quickly became a fan favourite.
With this transition, Premier League followers will now see a PUMA-designed ball in every match, as confirmed in a press release issued on Monday morning.
Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters expressed enthusiasm about the new collaboration, stating, “We are delighted to be welcoming PUMA as the Official Ball Supplier of the Premier League. PUMA has a proud history of involvement in football over many years, and we look forward to seeing the new ball used at all our matches from this summer onwards. Their global reach and commitment to excellence align with our values, and we are excited to work together on a range of projects to drive forward the incredible work taking place in communities and inspire fans worldwide.”
CEO of PUMA, Arne Freundt, also highlighted the significance of this partnership, “The agreement with the Premier League, the most-watched football league in the world, is an important step in PUMA’s brand elevation strategy. We look forward to bringing our performance technology to the forefront of the game and connecting with the many fans worldwide. With PUMA’s ball at the centre of attention during every match in this incredible league, we will create unforgettable moments for players and fans alike.”
PUMA is already well represented in the Premier League, supplying kits for Manchester City and providing boots for top players like Kai Havertz and James Maddison.
Now, with their match ball set to debut, the brand is poised to become an even bigger part of English football’s top flight.
