Herzogenaurach, Germany; August 5, 2020
PUMA PRESENTS THE NEW VALENCIA HOME, AWAY AND THIRD KITS
PUMA has today unveiled the Valencia Home, Away and Third kits for the 20/21 season under the banner ‘Born from Bravery’. This motto serves as the inspiration for all three Valencia kits. Each new kit is influenced by an iconic person or place synonymous with the city, having been an example of improvement and influence throughout the world. The three influences are; the Silk Exchange, the orange industry and the painter Joaquín Sorolla. The three new kits utilize patterns, prints and colors inspired by the multicultural blends that define the city and will influence future generations.

The new Valencia Home kit features a striking print inspired by the ribbed vault of the emblematic Silk Exchange building located in the heart of the city. The Home kit is a celebration of the city’s culture, which is a vital part of the club’s DNA. The jersey color is Valencia’s traditional white with black sleeves.

 

The new Valencia Away kit is inspired by Valencia’s famous orange industry, a huge part of the city’s culture and economy. The jersey incorporates a unique print on a vibrant orange base featuring a navy stripe running down the shoulders.

 

The Valencia Third kit is inspired by the famous painter Joaquín Sorolla. The incredible design and color scheme of the jersey represent the light capturing the Mediterranean. This was a style and theme used by Joaquín Sorolla in many of his paintings. The jersey features a soft print in a combination of grey, lavender and sky blue.

The Valencia Home, Away and Third kits will be available from August 5th at PUMA.com, Valenciacf.com, the official Valencia stores and select retailers worldwide.

 

Herzogenaurach, germany; August 6, 2020
PUMA AND LALIGA PRESENTS THE ACCELERATE AND ADRENALINA OFFICIAL MATCH FOOTBALLS FOR THE 2020/21 SEASON
Sports company PUMA and LaLiga today unveiled the official match footballs to be used for LaLiga Santander and LaLiga SmartBank for the 2020/21 season. The football comes in two iterations; the Accelerate, which will be the primary ball for the season in traditional white and the Adrenalina, in lemon tonic fluo yellow, which will be used for El Clásico, derbies and other decisive fixtures.

LaLiga is extraordinary; it triggers feelings and emotions like no other. The fans feel every touch, every pass, every goal. It invigorates them and gets them on the edge of their seats. To capture and amplify these incredible moments and embracing the motto created by PUMA, the ball is the heart of LaLiga. The ball accelerates the fans heartbeats with the action on the pitch and produces adrenaline in their bodies as their passion flows through their veins. This isn’t just football; this is LaLiga.

Football is constantly evolving, being played at an incredible level; the skill, the technique and the talent forever growing. This season the heart of LaLiga will beat faster than ever as the passion and raw emotion LaLiga creates will take the game to the next level.

The Accelerate match football will be utilized for the majority of LaLiga fixtures. The ball is designed to adapt to the precise and fast paced action of LaLiga and is symbolic of how the games accelerate the fans heart rates. The Accelerate is a traditional white football featuring the colors of the LaLiga logo integrated into the design with custom acceleration graphics to showcase the explosive speed of the ball when moving.

 

The Adrenalina match ball, in an eye-catching lemon tonic fluo yellow, has been constructed for the special occasions and made for the extraordinary moments. This ball will be used for El Clásico, derbies and decisive matches throughout the 2020/21 season. The Adrenalina design features electrifying patterns symbolizing the nerves in the body to reflect the heartbeat increasing and the body producing adrenaline in the players on the pitch and the fans in the stands.

Both the Accelerate and Adrenalina are FIFA quality approved, guaranteeing the highest level of performance. A state-of-the-art design incorporates the latest technology developed by PUMA. The footballs are high frequency molded for excellent shape retention, durability and reduced water absorption. A unique 8 panel configuration reduces the number of seams resulting in larger panels for better connection with the ball. A 3D textural 1.2mm PU surface is integrated for improved aerodynamics, and increased resistance to abrasion and wear, resulting in greater durability. A newly developed POE foam has been added to improve touch by increasing sensitivity, providing a firmer touch, improved rebound consistency and explosive power. Both color combinations offer excellent visibility of trajectory and explosive speed.

 

LaLiga is abundant with thrilling players renown for accelerating the heart rates and emotions of the fans. Antoine Griezmann, Jan Oblak, Luis Suárez, Marc Bartra, Nolito and Nacho Monreal, together with rest of LaLiga’s players, prepare to exhilarate in what promises to be a special season.

The official 2020/21 LaLiga Accelerate and Adrenalina match balls are available from August 6th on PUMA.com and at select retailers worldwide. 

 

Herzogenaurach, Germany, August 14, 2020
PUMA AND AC MILAN PRESENT THE NEW AC MILAN THIRD KIT INSPIRED BY ITALIAN HIGH-END FASHION

Sports company PUMA and AC Milan have today unveiled the new AC Milan Third Kit to be worn by the men’s, women’s and youth teams for the 2020/21 season. The Third Kit is inspired by the trail blazing designs of Milan’s Alta Moda.

Milan is the fashion capital of Italy and is regarded as one of the fashion capitals of the world – a symbol of luxury, sophistication and quality. Milan is rich with culture, a true cosmopolitan city with style at the core of the city’s DNA. To celebrate Milanese and Italian high-end fashion PUMA have created a unique AC Milan Third Kit by integrating a pattern synonymous with tailoring; the iconic Houndstooth pattern into the jersey’s design.

The Houndstooth pattern is characterized by an almost checked appearance, made up of a repeating geometric block. The pattern originated in Scotland and traditionally utilizes dark and light alternating checks. The pattern quickly became a staple pattern in wool suiting and outwear and became a pattern frequently utilized in Italian high-end fashion. To include a Milan specific detail, PUMA have rotated the original Houndstooth pattern 45 degrees to showcase the ‘M’ in the patterns design.

 

David Bremond, Head of Product Line Management Teamsport at PUMA said: “The AC Milan Third Kit is a continuation of our crafted by culture theme. We looked at how the city and the culture of Milan influences the world. Milan being the capital of fashion made it a logical choice to take our inspiration from such a strong cultural influence. This is the reason why we wanted to bring to life a classic pattern to celebrate the city’s culture through the lens of fashion. Never before have Milan had a kit using this fashionable color palette and for the first time ever, we have integrated an Alta Moda pattern into an AC Milan jersey.”

Casper Stylsvig, Chief Revenue Officer of AC Milan said: “Milan is a hub of elegance. Whether it be architecture, design, art, or fashion, there are very few that could compete with the city. Playing on the architectural brilliance of Milan for the Home Kit, we wanted to source inspiration from the fashion capital for our Third Kit this season, as a huge part of the city's global identity. The result was a decidedly innovative shirt that immediately met our taste and a colorway that will not only appeal to our AC Milan fan base but to the masses. A beautiful, rich product that showcases the beauty of the Milanese lifestyle and culture to an International audience." 

The new AC Milan Third Jersey is a rich teal color with the Houndstooth pattern printed tone on tone onto the bottom half of the jersey, complimented by teal shorts and socks to finish off the look.

The new jersey is equipped with PUMA's thermoregulation technology which provides an improved moisture management system to maintain the perfect body temperature. Combined with laser-cut perforation on the front and engineered jacquard at the back, the jersey offers the latest in fit and mobility for optimal performance.

The new AC Milan Third Kit is available from August 17th at PUMA.com, PUMA stores, AC Milan official stores, store.milan.com and at select retailers worldwide.

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Herzogenaurach, germany, septmber 24, 2020
PUMA PRESENTS THE MANCHESTER CITY ESPORTS JERSEY
Sports company PUMA has today unveiled the first-ever Manchester City esports jersey for the 2020/21 season to be worn by Manchester City’s esports team. The bespoke new jersey has been specially developed exclusively for the esports team and features a stunning paisley pattern inspired by Manchester’s City’s Third kit.

Esports is a global phenomenon gaining immense popularity as a sport with spectators and players all over the world. PUMA is excited to continue its global esports strategy with the signing of some of the best esports organizations in the world. PUMA and Manchester City look to push the boundaries of football and gaming by creating a bespoke jersey exclusively for the Manchester City esports team to celebrate culture on the pitch and off the pitch. PUMA will continue this trend with more products dropping throughout the 2020/21 season.

The Manchester City esports jersey celebrates the rich music and fashion culture of the city. The jersey features a unique paisley pattern created for Manchester City featuring the details of the club’s crest. The pattern is synonymous with artists from the ‘Mod’ and the ‘Brit Pop’ eras of the 1990’s and was a staple of youth fashion in the 1960’s, influencing fashion and music culture in Manchester for generations. 

The new Manchester City esports jersey will be available from September 24th at PUMA.com, ManCity.com and at select retailers worldwide.

 

herzogenaurach, germany, 02 october, 2020
PUMA LAUNCHES THE MUSIC INSPIRED OLYMPIQUE DE MARSEILLE THIRD KIT
PUMA Football and Olympique de Marseille have today launched the new Third kit for the 2020/21 season. Under the banner ‘Le cOMbat Continue’ the campaign embraces Marseilles fighting spirit on and off the pitch, as they prepare to make their return to the UEFA Champions League. 

The new Third kit is inspired by the city’s vibrant rap and hip-hop scene, which has become an institution of Marseille culture. Marseille has pioneered the growth of hip-hop music in France and continues to produce an incredible array of talent as a new generation of artists emerge from the city. The sky blue jersey features a unique pattern displayed across the front with yellow detailing on the badge and PUMA logo. The jersey incorporates a half V-neck collar with ribbed sleeve cuffs on the arms. To add a classic finish to the jersey the wording ‘Olympique de Marseille’ is embroidered on the back of the collar.

The new jersey is equipped with PUMA's thermoregulation technology which provides an improved moisture management system to maintain the perfect body temperature. Combined with laser-cut perforation on the front and engineered jacquard at the back, the jersey offers the latest in fit and mobility for optimal performance.

The new Olympique de Marseille Third kit is available from October 2 in the official OM Stores, OM.fr, PUMA.com and at select retailers worldwide.

HERZOGENAURACH, GERMANY, 05 OCTOBER, 2020
PUMA UNVEILS THE NEW AFRICAN NATIONS HOME AND AWAY KITS – CRAFTED FROM CULTURE
PUMA presents the vibrant new African national team Home and Away kits. The kits proudly celebrate the heritage and culture found in each of PUMA’s five African teams. Each kit features iconic national motifs re-contextualized into brilliant all-over graphics printed onto their fabrics.

EGYPT HOME AND AWAY KITS

Celebrating the richness and uniqueness of Egypt, the new Home and Away kits feature bold statement graphics inspired by Egyptian cultural identity.  
 
Traditional hieroglyphic icons bring to life the timeless heritage of Egypt through unique all-over graphics featuring five symbols of national identity: the sun, the River Nile, the desert hills, the pyramids and traditional geometric patterns.

 

 

GHANA HOME AND AWAY KITS

The vibrant new Ghana Home and Away kits feature a pattern inspired by traditional Ghanaian tapestry, craftsmenship and design, paying homage to timeless Ghanaian creativity. The new kits reflect the intricate art of weaving, rich in detail and steeped in traditional beauty.

The Away kit features a color palette inspired by Black Star Independence Square found in the country’s capital city, Accra.

 

IVORY COAST HOME AND AWAY KITS

The new Ivory Coast Home and Away kits celebrate the Federations ‘Les Elephants’ nickname with all-over elephant print graphics.

 

MOROCCO HOME AND AWAY KITS

The new Morocco Home and Away kits are inspired by Morocco’s national craftsmanship and design tradition found in art and culture, recontextualized in an all-over geometric print graphic. 

 

SENEGAL HOME AND AWAY KITS

The new Senegal national team kits honor centuries of craftsmanship with bold patterns and vibrant colors drawn from traditional Senegalese textile making culture. Taking traditional printing processes through a modern filter bringing dynamism and vibrancy to the pitch.

 

Herzogenaurach, germany, 07 october, 2020
PUMA AND MANCHESTER CITY HOST A ‘DESIGN A KIT COMPETITION’ TO GIVE YOUNG FANS THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN AMAZING PRIZES DURING LOCKDOWN

Global sports brand PUMA has collaborated with Manchester City to host a special ‘Design a Kit’ competition.

Seeing their personal football-star in a Jersey they have designed, must be a dream for every football fan! Global sports company PUMA teamed up with Manchester City to give young people the opportunity to design their own jersey during the COVID – 19 lockdown period.

The competition garnered over 1000 entries from all over the world, with four finalists being selected. Sergio Agüero announced the lucky winner; 9-year-old Lucy Beth from Dublin who received a Sergio Agüero signed picture of her design and a replica version of her jersey. Manchester City also gave fans the opportunity to win Lucy’s jersey through their ‘Cityzens’ platform – giving all fans the opportunity to win one of a few exclusive shirts. 

 

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herzogenaurach, germany, october 20, 2020
PUMA GO LIGHTS OUT WITH TURBOCHARGED EDITIONS OF THE ULTRA AND FUTURE
Just when they think you couldn’t get any faster PUMA has unveiled the Turbo Pack featuring turbocharged editions of the ULTRA 1.1 and the FUTURE 6.1. Created for football in high gear, putting the torque of a turbocharged engine and all the control of a highly tuned machine at your feet.

Both the ULTRA 1.1 and the FUTURE 6.1 scorch in pink and black inspired by the smoke and dust left behind on the race tracks.

Providing elite level touch and control benefits at explosive speeds, the UTLRA 1.1 is the ultimate combination of speed, touch and comfort. The extremely lightweight MATRYXEVO® upper is built on a lightweight PEBA SpeedUnit outsole, featuring a split sole design inspired by PUMA running spike DNA for rapid bursts of speed. The sole plate combines subtle ‘spikes’ in the forefront and V-shaped studs configured to provide uncatchable speed.

The FUTURE 6.1 places agility at the core of the design, featuring a fully knitted one-piece upper with the latest in NETFIT technology. The upper is developed from a specially crafted textile yarn mix that adapts to the movement of the foot, providing greater freedom of movement when making explosive turns and quick changes of direction. The NETFIT technology offers players a variety of customizable lacing options to enhance both fit and stability. 

The Turbo Pack is available from October 20th at PUMA.com, PUMA stores and select retailers worldwide.

 

Herzogeaurach, germany, october 20, 2020
MADE FOR THE KING: PUMA CREATES COLLECTION FOR NEYMAR JR.

Sports company PUMA has created the Neymar Jr. collection featuring the Neymar Jr. PUMA KING and apparel range for its newest football ambassador Neymar Jr.

The iconic PUMA KING Platinum in black and white is the star of the PUMA x Neymar Jr. collection, with the signature NJR logo, which is integrated into the classic PUMA Formstrip. The boot is engineered with the latest in performance technology to provide enhanced touch and control benefits, made for the ultimate playmaker.

The super-soft, premium K-Leather upper is enhanced with 3-D ‘touch’ texture for added control. The locked-in fit is refined with a snug knitted tongue and the ultra-modern slim silhouette, combined with the super lightweight ‘RAPIDSPRINT’ outsole, makes it the fastest and lightest PUMA KING ever.

The apparel collection features the Neymar Jr. 2.0 logo tee, Neymar Jr. 2.0 track jacket and the Neymar Jr. 2.0 track pant, all in adult sizes. The junior collection consists of the Neymar Jr. 2.0 logo tee, Neymar Jr. 2.0 hoody and the Neymar Jr. 2.0 track pant.

The new Neymar Jr PUMA collection will be available from October 19th at PUMA.com, PUMA stores and select retailers worldwide.

 

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Herzogenaurach, germany, november 05, 2020
LIVE LIKE A BALR WITH THE NEW PUMA X BALR. COLLECTION
Global sports company PUMA and Dutch lifestyle brand BALR. have once again joined forces to introduce their second collection. The PUMA, designed by BALR. collection includes limited edition versions of the FUTURE 6.1 football boot and the Future Rider lifestyle shoe, along with pants, shorts, hoodies, jerseys and a portable bag.

BALR. is known for its premium fashion, travel products and accessories, inspired by the lifestyle of professional football players. The PUMA x BALR. collaboration combines the best of both brands, blending football performance and fashion into a sleek street-ready capsule collection that bridges the intersection of football, culture and lifestyle.

“BALR. are a truly authentic brand rooted in football and culture,” said David Bremond, Head of Product Line Management Teamsport, PUMA. “This year we have added more assets to the collection, creating a unique lifestyle capsule. PUMA and BALR. follow the same path as we continue to push the boundaries of football beyond the pitch.”

The new Fall 2020 collection packs more football dreams than ever into premium materials and designs, featuring a subtle hexagonal pattern throughout, based on BALR.’s iconic branding, referencing the pattern found on footballs and football nets. 
 

Juul Manders, CEO of BALR.: “I’m excited and proud that we are able to launch another great collection after last year’s hugely successful collaboration. With this year’s collaboration we have really taken the collection to the next level. The partnership between PUMA and BALR. really shows how two brands with a shared vision can achieve greatness.”

PUMA and BALR. will be launching the new collection together with a squad of next generation superstars led by James Maddison, Allan Saint-Maximin and Reinier Jesus, who are making waves on and off the pitch, living the life of a BALR.

The PUMA X BALR. Collection is available from November 5th at PUMA.com, PUMA stores and select retailers worldwide.

Herzogenaurach, germany, november 16, 2020
FLASH PAST DEFENDERS AT THE SPEED OF LIGHT WITH THE NEW ULTRA 1.2
Sports company PUMA has today launched the ULTRA Speed of Light, engineered to deliver the game’s fastest football boot worn on-pitch by PUMA’s leading gamechangers; Antoine Griezmann, Sergio Agüero, Eugénie Le Sommer and Nikita Parris. 

The latest evolution of the UTLRA features an updated ultra-lightweight MATRYXEVO upper with a new weave structure, providing superior stability, durability and traction for explosive forward motion speed and acceleration. The feeling of velocity is built into the explosive design combining a fully engineered woven MATRYXEVO upper with an instinctive Peba SpeedUnit outsole to create the ultimate weapon for speed.

The lightweight Peba SpeedUnit outsole features a split sole design inspired by PUMA track running heritage. The soleplate combines subtle spikes in the forefront and V-shaped studs configured for lightning speed and acceleration. A thin GripControl Pro skin is applied in key areas to provide complete control on the ball at uncatchable speeds

The ULTRA Speed of Light launches in NRGY blue and yellow alert and is available on pre-sale from November 16th at PUMA.com and key football accounts, with global release on November 19th at PUMA.com, PUMA stores and at leading football retailers worldwide.

 

HERZOGENAURACH; GERMANY; DECEMBER 07, 2020
PUMA AND KEVIN PRINCE BOATENG PRESENT SPECIAL BLACK LIVES MATTER ULTRA FOOTBALL BOOTS
Sports company PUMA has collaborated with PUMA athlete Kevin Prince Boateng to produce a special pair of "Black Lives Matter" ULTRA football boots as part of the PUMA #REFORM initiative.

The #REFORM initiative was established in October 2018 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of track-and-field athlete Tommie Smith’s silent gesture. It was born of a desire to come together to take a stand for universal equality. 

Grounded in three core pillars—ending racial, LGBTQ+, and gender discrimination— #REFORM drives and advocates for social change. By partnering with communities, like-minded activists, and organizations around the world, PUMA can take action to make a difference, together.

Kevin Prince Boateng has continued to push for equality and change following his own experiences of racism on and off the pitch. Kevin reached out to PUMA to collaborate on this special boot and to discuss ways to help drive social change in football and society.

To learn more about #REFORM please visit - https://us.puma.com/en/us/reform

 

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