The Confederation of African Football (CAF), has adopted a Yoruba name, ‘OLA’ for its official match ball for interclubs competitions that will begin this weekend.
The Continent’s football ruling body and it’s match ball producer, PUMA unveiled a new match ball and named it “OLA” ahead of this weekend’s blockbuster line up that sees Africa’s top clubs battle for CAF Confederation Cup and CAF Champions League top honours.
CAF in a statement explains that “OLA,” means “wealth,” “honour,” and “respect” in Yoruba, and “rise” and “success” in Arabic.
It further explained that the name was chosen to symbolize the dynamic and energetic nature of African football.
Embodying the spirit of Africa, Ola’s design is inspired by the continent’s vibrant colours, art, and traditions.
OLA will be used this weekend in Tunis when Espérance Sportive de Tunis hosts Al Ahly of Egypt in the first leg of the CAF Champions League Final and on Sunday when Zamalek trade tackles against RS Berkane in the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup final at the Cairo International Stadium.
