The PUMA Orbita 1 Hi Vis Sky Bet EFL match balls will return to action this weekend, with the vibrant, yellow-based match ball to be in play for all EFL League and EFL Trophy matches from Thursday 2 November until mid-February 2024.

This is the first season since the 2018/19 season where the match balls will be used for all matches during this ‘winter’ period, instead of just for matches that are determined to feature low visibility or extreme weather conditions.

The high frequency moulded ball provides outstanding shape retention, durability and reduced water absorption to maximise performance. 

The ball has been crafted with 12 panels which have a 3D textured 1.2mm PU surface to enhance aerodynamics and control, as well as reduced water absorption  

The rubber bladder works alongside the PAL (Puma Air Lock) valve for perfect air retention

The ball is FIFA Quality Pro certified which means the ball is suitable for elite use.

The first League match adopting the new hi-vis balls will be Leicester City v Leeds United at King Power Stadium on Friday 3 November.

PUMA hi-vis match ball returns to EFL competitions

PUMA hi-vis match ball returns to EFL competitions