Since 2000, Nike has officially become the supplier of the official match ball of the Premier League.
This cooperation not only opened a new era of “modern visual identity” of the Premier League, but also witnessed the transformation of the entire league from wild passion to tactical refinement.
The football created by Nike not only has ever-changing technical performance, but also has become an indispensable visual symbol in the fans’ memories – from the T90 Aerow with “flowing water ripples”, to the eye-catching Ordem with orange and purple gradient, to the highly technological Flight in recent years, each generation of match balls can be regarded as a microcosm of the change of Premier League style.
Now, in the 2024/25 season, the Nike era has come to an end. Puma officially took over and became the new generation of official match ball brand of the Premier League.
This not only means that the design style and ball performance will undergo major changes, but also symbolizes the end of one era and the beginning of another.
We’ve picked out three iconic Premier League balls from the Nike era, each one a symbol of unforgettable moments for fans.
Nike Total 90 Aerow II（2006–2008）
Nike Total 90 Aerow II（2006–2008）is the most representative design of this ball is the thick ring pattern with bold and bright colours, which not only improves the player’s vision tracking ability during high-speed movement, but also forms a highly recognizable visual effect when rotating. It uses a thermally bonded panel structure and a slight surface texture to improve ball control and flight stability.
Under the feet of stars such as Rooney, Ronaldo, and Henry, this ball became the protagonist in the goal highlights of that era, and it is also the deepest memory of many fans of the “Golden Premier League”.
The Nike Ordem IV（2016–2017）
The Nike Ordem IV（2016–2017） stood out with its bold geometric patterns and high-visibility colour blocks, delivering both visual impact and improved flight performance. Used during a season marked by Conte’s Chelsea title run, it wasn’t just a match ball—it captured the Premier League’s intense pace and relentless energy.
Nike Flight（2020–2024）
Nike Flight（2020–2024）marks a leap forward in football design, Nike Flight uses innovative Aerowsculpt technology to significantly improve flight stability and solve the problem of “accidental deviation”. Its streamlined structure and sharp pattern make it instantly recognizable on the pitch. It has witnessed the empty stadium competition during the pandemic season, Haaland’s goal storm, and the “unsolvable” Manchester City under Guardiola’s rule – becoming a symbol of the new era of the Premier League.
With the debut of PUMA Orbita, the Premier League has officially entered a new era. From the classic ring of Total 90, to the sharp geometry of Ordem, to the technological breakthrough of Flight, Nike has accompanied Premier League fans for more than 20 years, leaving countless highlights.
Now, PUMA takes over with a new design language and technological concept, opening a new chapter in the history of the Premier League. The style has changed, but the rhythm has not changed. The excitement of the Premier League will continue.