The Confederation of African Soccer (CAF), in partnership with international sports activities model PUMA, has unveiled the Official Match Ball for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025.
Named ITRI, the ball attracts inspiration from Morocco’s conventional zellij artwork – recognized for its lovely geometric mosaic patterns – and symbolises the unity and fervour of African soccer. The identify additionally pays tribute to the star on Morocco’s nationwide flag and displays the star motifs usually present in zellij designs.
The ITRI ball combines centuries-old Moroccan craftsmanship with fashionable sports activities know-how by means of PUMA’s superior Orbita 6 design, guaranteeing prime efficiency for elite competitors. It can make its official debut on 21 December 2025, when the event kicks off in Morocco.
A Design Impressed by Tradition and Unity
The ITRI’s eye-catching look options conventional Moroccan zellij patterns, with:
- Star geometry representing ambition and excellence on Africa’s largest soccer stage.
- Petal shapes symbolising celebration and development.
- Round symmetry reflecting the unity of the 24 nations competing at AFCON 2025.
The ball additionally consists of “Move of Motion” designs that categorical the rhythm and aptitude of African soccer. Its crimson and inexperienced color scheme embodies ardour, hope, and nationwide pleasure – echoing Morocco’s colors.
Mixing Heritage and Innovation
Based on CAF Inventive Growth Supervisor Mohamed Ghonemi, the ITRI ball captures “artwork, movement, and a design formed by African spirit and Moroccan craftsmanship.”
He added: “It’s been a privilege to collaborate with PUMA on one thing that unites each nation on the event by means of a shared sense of connection.”
PUMA’s Director for EEMEA Distribution, Peter Dangl, mentioned the corporate is proud to current a ball that “combines Moroccan artistry with superior efficiency know-how,” including that it displays PUMA’s “lasting dedication to African soccer and the communities that convey it to life.”
The design course of started quickly after Morocco was named host, involving months of cultural analysis, inventive exploration, and efficiency testing. The result’s a ball that celebrates African tradition whereas assembly the very best requirements {of professional} play.
The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025 will convey collectively Africa’s greatest footballing nations from 21 December 2025, and followers should purchase the ITRI ball in chosen markets for a really useful retail worth of €130.
