June 4,2021
PR64-S05

Molten to supply the Official Match Ball for the2021-22 UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europa
Conference League

F5U5000-12

F5C5000

Molten Corporation (Headquarters: Nishi-ku, Hiroshima City, Japan; President and CEO: Kiyo Tamiaki),a manufacturer of competition quality sports balls and equipment, will supply the official match ball forthe 2021-22 season for both UEFA Europa League (hereinafter UEL) from September 16, 2021 to May
18, 2022 and the UEFA Europa Conference League (hereinafter UECL) from September 16, 2021 toMay 25, 2022 in Europe.
Both official match balls apply technology used in the Vantaggio 5000, Molten's flagship soccer ballmodel. The unique technology minimizes water absorption and helps the ball maintain its shape, which
results in an elevated level of play. The textured surface and special coating improve ball control andaccuracy, allowing for more precise passes and shots. It is also designed specifically for the League,
utilizing the UEL and UECL brand identities.。
Molten will continue to develop and supply football products of outstanding function and design to every
level of player, and work to fulfill the brand promise, “For the real game.”

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■Product Features
1. High control performance
1-1. ACENTEC structure

CushionSeamless surface

foamstructure

Molten’s unique thermal bonding technology produces asmooth, seamless cover that cannot be accomplished by handsewing. The result is a uniform surface and reduced water
absorption, ensuring exceptional performance that is not

A tube layer retains the air

affected by weather conditions.

1-2. Improved flight stability
The new surface finish and texture have improved the flightof the ball, allowing players to elevate their game with moreaccurate passing and shooting.

2. Exclusive Design for the League
The official match balls for both UEL and UECL were designed based on the same concept of "energy wave
(passion of the players, staff and fans)." However, the energy wave of each league incorporates the uniquecharacteristics of the competition and the shape of the trophies. The UEL official match ball was designed
based on the innovative spirit and strength of the competition, while the UECL official match ball wasdesigned based on the geometric curves of the trophy.

Design based on an image of innovative spirit and strength

Design characterized by geometric curves

3. Adopting new valve

Adopting a new valve reduces friction (40% compared to the previous Official Matchballs)
when inflating the ball, making it more resistant to damage.
Note : Apply a lubricant such as glycerin (or soapy water) to the pump needle when
inflating the ball.

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■Product Overview

UEFA Europa LeagueUEFA Europa League 2021/22 Models

2021/22 Official Match Ball

Size

5

F5U5000-12

F5U4800-12

F5U3600-12

Construction

Patented Acentec

Hand Stitched

Cover Material

PU Leather

PU Leather

PU LeatherApprovalFIFA Quality PROFIFA Quality PRO─Country of Origin

Thailand

China

Pakistan

Machine Stitched+BondedUEFA Europa League 2021/22 Models

Size

5F5U3400-12

F5U2810-12/12B

F5U2100-12/12R/12B

4─

F4U2810-12

─Hand Stitched

Hand Stitched

Construction

Machine Stitched+BondedCover Material

PU Leather

PU Leather

TPU

Approval───Country of Origin

Pakistan

Pakistan

Pakistan

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UEFA Europa League 2021/22 Models

5F5U1710-12

F5U1500-12

F5U1000-12/12B

4

─

─

F4U1000-12/12B

1

─

─

F1U1000-12

Construction

Hand Stitched

Laminated

Machine Stitched

Cover Material

PU/PVCPVCTPUApproval───Country of Origin

PakistanThailand

Pakistan

SizeUEFA Europa League 2021/22 Models Futsal

Size

F9U4800-12

F9U1500-12 / 12L

Construction

Hand Stitched

Laminated

Cover Material

PU Leather

PVCApprovalFIFA Quality PRO─Country of Origin

ChinaThailand

Size

45UEFA Europa Conference League

UEFA Europa Conference League

2021/22 Official Match Ball

2021/22 Models

F5C5000

F5C3400
Machine Stitched

F5C2810

Construction

Patented Acentec

Cover Material

PU Leather

PU Leather

PU Leather

Approval

FIFA Quality PRO──Country of Origin

Thailand

Pakistan

Pakistan+Bonded

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Hand StitchedUEFA Europa Conference League 2021/22 Models

5F5C1500

F5C10004--F4C10001─

F1C1000Construction

Laminated

Machine Stitched

Cover Material

PVCTPUApproval──Country of Origin

ThailandPakistanSize■About the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europe Conference League
UEL and UECL are leagues that include the world's biggest professional soccer clubs. They are structured
in three tiers, with UCL (UEFA Champions League) at the top, followed by UEL and UECL. Including thepreliminaries, 184 professional soccer teams from 55 countries in Europe participate in the UECL everyseason.
Official website︓ UEL https://www.uefa.com/uefaeuropaleague/
UECL https://www.uefa.com/uefaeuropaconferenceleague/■About Molten
Molten, a manufacturer of balls and sports equipment, has been making and marketing basketballs,
handballs, soccer balls, and volleyballs, of uncompromising quality since 1958. Molten continues to raise
global standards, supplying the official game balls and sports equipment for major leagues, teams andinternational tournaments around the world.
For further information, please visit https://www.molten.co.jp/sports/en/■For the real game
Molten's brand statement, "For the real game", encapsulates what we hope to accomplish through ourproducts and activities. It is our conviction that the real game happens only when impeccable balls and sports
equipment enable athletes to realize their full potential and maximize performance.

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■Product image data (JPEG) is also available
Contact: Ryo Kurahashi
International Market Sales & Marketing Department
Sports Division
Molten Corporation
Tel: (+81-3)3625-7648
Fax: (+81-3)3625-7738

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