Nike Secures Eight-Year Partnership with Germany's Women's Bundesliga and Supercup

Nike has officially become the exclusive ball supplier for Germany's Women's BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga and the Women's Supercup, commencing an eight-year partnership on July 1, 2026. This significant agreement marks Nike's inaugural league and cup partnership within Germany, underscoring its strategic commitment to advancing women's football globally.

The partnership will see the Nike Control football, featuring advanced OmniSculpt technology, utilized as the official match ball across both the first and second divisions of the Women's BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga, as well as the Women's Supercup. This innovation aims to provide truer flight and larger sweet spots, enhancing the quality of play on Germany's top pitches.

Nike's engagement extends beyond the immediate ball supply. The brand is also set to enter a broader partnership with the German Football Association (DFB) beginning in January 2027, encompassing all national teams. This comprehensive approach reflects Nike's long-term investment in developing the game at every level, from elite competition to youth programs and grassroots initiatives across Germany.

Camilo Andrade, VP/GM, Nike Football, highlighted the brand's objectives. "Nike's goal is to deliver the best for the athlete across all levels, with innovation in boots, apparel and equipment that pushes how we think about what's possible for athletes," he stated. "Partnering with the Women's BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga Football Leagues and the Supercup allows us to connect more deeply with women who are shaping the game every day, from the best professionals to the next generation."

The 2025/26 Frauen-BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga season, which concluded on May 17, 2026, saw Bayern MunichTeam·Bayern Munich Women clinch their fourth consecutive title, finishing with an impressive 74 points. The club also secured a domestic double by winning the DFB Cup, defeating rivals VfL Wolfsburg Women 4-0 in the final, and had previously lifted the Supercup. This period of dominance provides a compelling backdrop for Nike's entry, as the league continues to grow in stature.

Giulia GwinnPlayer·Giulia Gwinn, captain of the German national women's team and a Nike athlete who plays for Bayern MunichTeam·Bayern Munich, emphasized the practical impact of the new partnership. "It all starts with a ball. With the Women's BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga partnership, every female athlete at the top level of the game in Germany now has the opportunity to experience how Nike is creating the future of football by driving progress — for today's female athletes and the next generation to come."

Manuel Hartmann, Managing Director Leagues and Competitions of DFB GmbH & Co. KG, expressed optimism regarding the collaboration. "We are looking forward to working together with Nike to create new momentum for the future of women's football in Germany," he remarked. "Nike brings extensive expertise in women's football and will help support and drive the development of the Google Pixel Frauen-BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga, the 2. Frauen-BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga and the Google Pixel Women's Supercup as a strong partner."

The 2025/26 season was also notable for the expansion of the Frauen-BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga to 14 teams, a move designed to enhance the visibility and competitive quality of women's football in Germany. This expansion, coupled with Nike's new role, is poised to further elevate the profile and development of the sport within the nation.