Introducing
the adidas 'Comoequa', the Official Match Ball for the 2012 Orange African Cup
of Nations.
The name takes its inspiration from the Como River which runs
through both host nations - Gabon and Equatorial Guinea, and the Equator which
runs throughout Africa and unites both host nations.
The adidas
Comoequa features a bright yellow base colour inspired by the vibrancy of
African culture, and links to the flags of both tournament hosts -- Gabon and
Equatorial Guinea through colour markings on the central triangular panels.
The
Comoequa, shares the same construction as the Tango 12, the Official Match Ball
for the UEFA Euro 2012™, and is the third ball adidas has produced for the
tournament, having started as the Official Supplier of the African Cup of
Nations in 2008.
Complementing
the design, the adidas Comoequa features a series of triangular panels that are
thermally bonded together to ensure a true, stable flight path.
Covering each
panel of the ball is a grip texture which supports boot to ball contact and
enhances ball control. Beneath the outer surface of the ball lies a woven
carcass and a new bladder for increased air retention and reduced water uptake.
The adidas
Comoequa will be used on field during the African Cup of Nations which kicks
off on January 21st when tournament hosts Equatorial Guinea take to the field
at the Estadio de Bata in Bata.
The adidas Comoequa is available for purchase
in adidas retail outlets and associated stockists as of January 2012.
