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The FA have now allowed Manchester United to do rare thing no other side can in the FA Cup this season
Manchester United embark on their defence of the FA Cup this Sunday with a trip to Arsenal.
The Red Devils have been drawn against the Gunners in the third round – in what is far from ꦛa simple way to begin their 2024/25 FA Cup campaign.
It will be the first taste of this competition for Ruben Amorim after the Portuguese tactician replaced Erik ten Hag in November – and starting in this Sunday’s visit to the Emirates Stadium, the Football Association (FA) have given Manchester United permission to do someth🌳ing rare that no other side can.
Mitre announce special ball for Manchester United’s 2024/25 FA Cup campaign
Manchester Uniteꦗd have now been told they – and only them – are allowed to use a special ball with golden detailing in this season’s FA Cup, given the fact they are the holders.
Mitre 𓆏– who also created a unique ball for the Manchester United Women’s side to use in the FA Cup this🌌 season after their success last term – have opted to name it the FA Cup Ultimax Pro Winners ball.
Manchester United – who Nuno Mendes wants to join from PSG – will debut the new ball against Arsenal on Sunday, and will be📖 allowed to use it in every single game for as long as the Re💝d Devils remain in the FA Cup.
Mitre have stated: “The Ultimax Pro Winners ball is engineered for excellence. Featuring Hyperflow debos𓃲sed grooves, it delivers unmatched flight consistency at any speed, ensuring players can perform at their peak. The ball is FIFA Quality Pro approved, setting the standard for elite play. Constructed with thermally bonded technology, it boasts 32% improved durability compared to its predecessor, while its unbeatable shape retention guarantees reliability throughout the competition. The ball is engineered with Hyperfoam – 🎃a high elastic, cushioned foam – to maximise power with every strike.”
Simon Rowe, Seni𝓀or Vice President of Mitre & Global Sports Marketing at Pentland Brands, added: “We’re always looking to bring something new and exciting to the game, and the introduction of the W🐓inners’ Balls is a perfect way to celebrate the reigning champions, Manchester United.
“The Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup create so many unforgettable moments for players and fans, and we hope the Winners’ Balls add an extra layer of excitement and prestige to this iconic competitio🍸n.”
FA Cup prize money
If Manไchester United, who could lose Alejandro Garnacho, defeat Arsenal this Sunday, a relatively small amoun💖t of prize money will be heading to Old Trafford – £115,000 to be e𒐪xact.
Should Amorim help the Red Devils go all the way and defend the FA Cup, Manchester United will receive a grandꦏ total of £2m.
