Discovering Puma Ultrawave

After 37 consecutive wins, Mancini’s Italy lost to a young but well-organised Spain. Nevertheless, the 6th of October remains a very important day, as, in addition to setting the record for the most consecutive wins by a national team, a new technology was unveiled that will shape both the present and the future. Let’s find out what it’s all about.

08 October 2021 - Written by David del Río

For the first time in 37 matches, the Italian national team suffered a defeat. A loss that will prevent Italy from competing for the Nations League title, a trophy that would have rounded off this incredible year. But it’s not all bad news for Italy; on the contrary, there is some positive news too. During the semi-final between Italy and Spain, the home side took to the pitch in a different jersey, sporting a state-of-the-art kit. The jersey worn by Mancini’s team was not exactly the same as the one used during Euro 2020, or rather, not entirely. Aesthetically, it was identical, but technologically, it is completely different. For this occasion, Puma unveiled its new Ultrawave technology, the future of football.

With this innovation, the German brand has further reduced the weight of the jersey, bringing it down to just 70 grams – a figure that would once have been unthinkable for a kit. Ultrawave represents a new approach to football jerseys. Made from Drycell recycled polyester, the national team’s new jersey is now the lightest on the market. Many of you will be wondering whether such a lightweight garment can withstand the typical tugs and pulls of the sport, and obviously the answer is YES.

Once again, Puma proves itself to be one of the most innovative and cutting-edge brands, showing the world just how far technology and innovation can go.