December 20 – The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and Kelme have unveiled the Official Match Ball of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 Final ahead of the kick off on 12 January 2024.
The Official Final Match Ball, named VORTEXAC23+, builds on the design of the Official Match Ball of the tournament, VORTEXAC23, adding a gold and maroon trim inspired by the golden weight of the occasion and the Qatari deserts and flag. The updated VORTEXAC23+ model will exclusively be used in the tournament’s final on February 10.
AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John said: “The AFC is delighted to mark the latest milestone with our valued partner Kelme through the launch of the VORTEXAC23+ and we thank them for the continued support to the Asian game.
“We are confident that we will witness our grandest ever edition of the AFC Asian Cup to date, and through its visually stunning design and quality performance standards, the VORTEXAC23+ exemplifies our ambitions to provide the best two teams in Asia with the optimum stage to compete for ultimate glory.”
Kelme, the AFC’s Official Global Supporter of National Team Competitions, said “the ball has also undergone extensive technical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of performance, quality, durability, and readiness for use in the competition.”
Ke Yongxiang, Kelme chairman said: “The unveiling of the Official Final Match Ball signifies that the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 has entered its concluding phase of preparation. We are delighted to play a role in the momentous AFC Asian Cup where Kelme’s innovative design and technology will take centre stage. With great anticipation, we eagerly await the forthcoming final match, where we will witness the VORTEXAC23+ in action.”
A total of 51 matches willl be played across Qatar’s roster of stadiums opening with hosts Qatar against versus Lebanon at the Lusail Stadium, which a year ago witnessed Lionel Messi lifting the World Cup for Argentina.
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