2022 World Cup Ball Unveiled
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Al Rihla has been unveiled by Adidas as the Official Match Ball for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
The 14th successive ball that Adidas has created for the FIFA World Cup is designed to support peak game speeds, as it travels faster in flight than any ball in the tournament’s history, FIFA said.
“This is a stunning, sustainable and high-quality Official Match Ball from Adidas that will be enjoyed by stars performing at the top of their game on the world’s biggest stage in Qatar, as well as grassroots players everywhere,” said Jean-François Pathy, FIFA’s Director of Marketing.
The ball was designed with sustainability as a priority; indeed, Al Rihla is the first FIFA World Cup ball to be made exclusively with water-based inks and glues.
Al Rihla means “the journey” in Arabic and is inspired by the culture, architecture, iconic boats and flag of Qatar. The bold, vibrant colors set on a pearlescent background represent the FIFA World Cup host country and the ever-increasing speed of the game.