June 30, 2022
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Molten unveils Official Match Ballfor the UEFA Europa League 2022/23 season

F5U5000-23

Molten Corporation (headquarters: Hiroshima, Japan; president & CEO: Kiyo Tamiaki), a manufacturerof competition-quality sports balls and equipment, will supply the official match ball for the 2022/23
UEFA Europa League. The exclusively designed ball will be used during the UEFA Europa League
that is to be held in Europe from September 8, 2022 to May 31, 2023.
Molten has been the official match ball for the UEFA Europa League since 2017. The new match ballincorporates the latest thermal bonding technology of the Vantaggio 5000, Molten’s flagship footballmodel. 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 improves ball control andaccuracy, allowing for more precise passes and shots. UEFA Europa League’s brand elements wereintegrated into the design creating a truly unique look to the new official match ball.
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. ACENTEC structure
Molten’s unique thermal bonding technology produces aCushion
foam

Seamless surface
structuresmooth, seamless cover that cannot be accomplished byhand sewing. The result is a uniform surface and reduced
water absorption, ensuring exceptional performance that is
not affected by adverse weather conditions.
A tube layer retains the air

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

Dimples on the ball surface

3. Exclusive Design for the League
The UEFA Europa League “energy wave” brand identity
represents the journey of the clubs throughout Europe,
expressing the highs and lows of their competitive adventure.
The emphasis for this model has been placed on the energy
wave, a strong, unique design displaying the detailed texture.
The two large energy waves facing one another are a
representation of the two teams on the pitch. (anxiouslyawaiting kick-off.)

4. 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.

■ Product Overview
UEFA Europa League
2022/23 Official Match Ball

Size

5

F5U5000-23

Construction

Patented Acentec

Cover Material

PU LeatherApprovalFIFA Quality PRO

Country of Origin

Thailand

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UEFA Europa League 2022/23 Models
5F5U4800-23

F5U3600-23

F5U3400-234

───Construction

Hand Stitched

Machine Stitched+Bonded

Machine Stitched+Bonded

Cover MaterialPU Leather

PU Leather

PU Leather

Approval

FIFA Quality PRO──Country of Origin

ChinaPakistan

Pakistan

SizeUEFA Europa League 2022/23 Models
5F5U2810-23 / 23B

F5U2100-23 / 23R / 23B

F5U1710-23

4

F4U2810-23

F4U2100-23

─Construction

Hand Stitched

Hand Stitched

Hand Stitched

Cover Material

PU Leather

PU Leather

PU/PVCApproval───Country of Origin

Pakistan

Pakistan

Pakistan

SizeUEFA Europa League 2022/23 Models
5F5U1510-23

F5U1000-23 / 23B

4

─

F4U1000-231

─

F1U1000-23

Construction

Laminated

Machine Stitched

Cover Material

PVC

TPU

Approval──Country of Origin

Thailand

Pakistan

SizeUEFA Europa League 2022/23 Models Futsal
Size

4

F9U4800-23

F9U1510-23 / 23L

Construction

Hand Stitched

Laminated

Cover Material

PU Leather

PVCApprovalFIFA Quality PRO─Country of Origin

China

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■ 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 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 andsports equipment enable athletes to realize their full potential and maximize performance.

■ Product image data (JPEG) is also available
Contact: Takeshi Fuki

International Market Sales & Marketing Department
Sports Division
Molten Corporation
Tel: (+81-3)3625-7648
Fax: (+81-3)3625-7738

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