By Ahn Young-jun Reporter = The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the official ball for the 2023 AFC Qatar Asian Cup, which kicks off next January.

“Official sponsor Kelme’s ‘VORTEXAC23’ will be the official ball for the upcoming Asian Cup,” the AFC said on Tuesday.

“The ‘VORTEXAC23’ has been designed to capture the excitement, passion and speed of the game of football while incorporating Qatar’s iconic maroon color,” the AFC said. The ball’s design is inspired by the tournament emblem and captures the spirit of Asian football.”

AFC Secretary General Atuk Seri John added: “With its innovative design and technology, the new ball will provide the best possible experience for the 24 teams competing at the Asian Cup.”

The Asian Cup was originally scheduled to be held in China, but the country pulled out of the tournament in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.카지노

Qatar has since been named the new host after winning a bidding war with South Korea. The tournament will be held from January 12 to February 10 next year.

South Korea, coached by Jürgen Klinsmann, has been drawn in Group E alongside Malaysia, Jordan, and Bahrain.