Major Leage Soccer have unveiled the official 2018 match ball—adidas' new NATIVO ball. The ball was introduced at the SuperDraft in Philadelphia on Friday.
The 2018 ball is the fourth ball in adidas' NATIVO series, featuring a new panel design and a sustainable material makeup. Thanks to thermobonding technologies, the ball is designed for smooth, even performance and zero water uptake. In addition, the ball's new backing material—which is constructed from 40 percent sustainable materials including sugar cane and recycled paper—provides improved ball flight and surface glide. The ball's blue and red colors represent the United States and Canada.
Fans can now purchase the official 2018 match ball at mlsstore.com. United will take the pitch with the new match ball for the first time on March 3, when they face Orlando City at Orlando City Stadium.
