The Adidas Oceaunz was the official match ball of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. It was unveiled by Adidas on January 24, 2023.[1]
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| Type | Football |
|---|---|
| Inception | January 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Adidas |
| Available | Yes |
Design and features
editThe ball's design was inspired by the unique Australasian landscape, with white, black, blue and yellow colors[2] representing the vast mountains of New Zealand and Australia's connection to the Pacific Ocean.[3] The name "Oceaunz" combines the prefixes "AU" and "NZ" of the two host nations.[4]
The Australian patterns on the ball were created by renowned local artist Chern'ee Sutton, while the markings representing New Zealand were designed by Kiwi artist Fiona Collis.[5]
The Oceaunz is made of thermally-bonded[6] 12-panel synthetic leather, providing a consistent and stable surface for optimal control and accuracy.[7]
History
editThe Oceaunz is the ninth successive football that Adidas has produced for the FIFA Women's World Cup. The previous ball used in the 2019 Women's World Cup was the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup Final in france.[8]
References
edit- ^ "Adidas Reveals Oceaunz – the Official Match Ball of the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™". 24 January 2023.
- ^ "Check out Oceaunz, the official match ball for the 2023 Women's World Cup". 20 July 2023.
- ^ "Adidas Oceaunz Pro Football - Size 5".
- ^ "Check out Oceaunz, the official match ball for the 2023 Women's World Cup". 20 July 2023.
- ^ "Oceaunz, the official ball of the Women's World Cup 2023: Characteristics and origin of the name". 14 July 2023.
- ^ "Adidas Oceaunz Pro Football - Size 5".
- ^ "What is the Women's World Cup 2023 official matchball? Take a look at the Adidas Oceaunz". 25 January 2023.
- ^ "2023 FIFA Women's World Cup: Where's the squawking about the ball?". 23 July 2023.