The Football of the Asian Cup
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and Kelme have unveiled the Official Match Ball of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Final, as passionate fans across the globe gear up for the biggest continental showdown kicking off in Qatar on 12 January 2024.
The Official Final Match Ball, named VORTEXAC23+, builds on the design of the Official Match Ball of the tournament, VORTEXAC23, and embodies the glory of the highly anticipated decider of the competition on February 10, 2024.
VORTEXAC23+'s gold colour takes inspiration from the desert sands of the host nation, Qatar, which combines elegantly with the nation's traditional maroon colour.
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."
Mr. 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."
VORTEXAC23+ was designed by the AFC's Official Global Supporter of National Team Competitions, Kelme, exclusively for the Final Match of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™. 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.