MITRE UNVEILS REIMAGINED ULTIMAX PRO MATCH BALLS FOR 2025/26 EMIRATES FA CUP & ADOBE WOMEN’S FA CUP SEASON
Ahead of the first-round proper, British football brand Mitre unveils the official match balls for the 2025/26 season of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup. Two iconic competitions, that each have a distinct identity, now brought to life through bold designs and paired with cutting-edge innovation.
New for this season, Mitre introduces a completely reimagined Ultimax Pro match ball, engineered for elite performance and crafted to honour the spirit of both tournaments. Featuring enhanced flight aerodynamics, a responsive touch, and bespoke visual identities, the balls represent the perfect fusion of technology, performance and storytelling.
The Emirates FA Cup remains the world’s most historic knockout competition, a symbol of tradition, drama and glory. This season’s Ultimax Pro match ball pays tribute to the artistry of the trophy itself. Drawing inspiration from the intricate, William Morris–style floral engravings found on the silverware, the design reimagines these timeless motifs across the ball’s surface, with hand-drawn floral patterns elegantly replicated across each panel.
The new 2025/26 design features panels of deep blue, complemented by refined silver detailing and anchored by bespoke red Delta chevrons. A bold nod to the Emirates FA Cup’s iconic branding. Elegant and refined, it’s a celebration of craft and heritage, a fitting tribute to the enduring beauty of the Cup.
The Adobe Women’s FA Cup steps into a vibrant new chapter, defined by fearless creativity, unstoppable energy and unapologetic colour. The new Ultimax Pro football captures this spirit with a striking design powered by ‘Vibe Lime’ – the signature spark of the competition’s refreshed brand identity.
For the first time, Mitre introduces a fluorescent base to the Women’s FA Cup ball, amplifying visibility and vibrancy on the pitch. Every panel, every shade, every motif represents the dynamic energy of the women’s game.
Engineered for maximum power and precision, both Ultimax Pro match balls feature Mitre’s most advanced technology to date. Built on over 30 years of Ultimax expertise and a new 6-panel construction for superior performance, flight and durability:
Maximum Power: A 20% increase in Hyperfoam cushioning delivers cleaner strikes and enhanced power (vs previous Ultimax Pro)
Enhanced Flight Aerodynamics: The new Hyperflow groove design reduces in-flight drag by 10%, measured through virtual simulations at 50kph and 100kph (vs previous Ultimax Pro)
Almost Zero Water Absorption: Hyperseal thermally bonded seams ensure next to no water absorption and consistent shape retention
FIFA Quality Pro Accreditation: Certified for elite performance and tested to FIFA’s highest professional standards
Mitre is also launching a supporters’ range across the Emirates FA Cup collection of Match, training and mini replica balls. With replica balls also available across the Adobe Women’s FA Cup range, ensuring all football fans can play like their heroes.
The new Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup Ultimax Pro and supporters range is available at mitre.com and selected retailers nationwide from 9:00am (GMT) on 23 October 2025.
