Molten and Gold Vantaggio 5000 Match Ball, Launching 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup
Miami, FL (April 10, 2025) – Molten Corporation, a leading sports equipment manufacturer based in Hiroshima, Japan, and Concacaf have unveiled the new Molten Concacaf Gold Vantaggio 5000 match ball, revealed during the official draw for the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup, held in Miami, Florida. Set to debut at this summer’s Concacaf Gold Cup, the ball will also be used in the Confederation’s future Men’s National Team competitions, marking another milestone in the organizations’ successful collaboration.
The color and design of the Gold Vantaggio 5000 reflect the core values of both Concacaf and Molten. It embodies Concacaf’s vision of unity and passion for football, while also capturing the fierce, high-quality craftsmanship that Molten is known for. The shining gold color symbolizes the pursuit of victory, merging Molten’s cutting-edge technology with its legacy of innovation and excellence.
Molten will continue to develop and supply football products renowned for their elite performance and design at every level of the game. With the launch of the Gold Vantaggio 5000, Molten reinforces its commitment to fulfilling its brand promise and the Vantaggio campaign’s mission to inspire players to “Play Fierce” on and off the field.
The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup includes 16 men’s national teams and will be played this summer, from June 14 to July 6, across 14 stadiums and 11 metropolitan areas in the United States and Canada. The opening match will take place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, CA, while the Final, where the Gold Cup’s champion will be crowned, will be held at NRG Stadium.
About the Molten Vantaggio match ball
The Vantaggio 5000 match ball features Molten’s advanced ACENTEC thermal bonding technology, which provides a smooth, seamless cover that minimizes water absorption and ensures superior performance in all weather conditions. The design is optimized for maximum visibility on the pitch, while the enhanced surface finish and texture improve ball flight, allowing players to achieve greater precision in both passing and shooting. Deliberately engineered for ultimate accuracy and control, the Vantaggio 5000 is crafted to elevate performance at the highest level.
About the Design
The Molten Concacaf Gold Vantaggio 5000 embodies the pride of representing the top national teams in the region, connecting nations and languages on the biggest stage. The golden diamonds mirror Concacaf’s branding and core pillars of unity, football, quality and access. The shining gold color also symbolizes the pursuit of victory and glory, adding depth and significance to the ball’s design.
Visibility was a key focus, with Molten’s symmetrical design ensuring optimal performance on the pitch. The innovative diamond-shaped design and golden color enhance ball visibility on rotation, providing maximum clarity for both players and viewers.
1. ACENTEC structure
Molten’s ACENTEC thermal bonding technology produces a smooth, seamless cover. The result is a uniform surface with minimum water absorption, ensuring exceptional performance in any weather condition.2. Improved flight stability
The new surface finish and texture have improved the flight of the ball, allowing players to elevate their game with more accurate passing and shooting.
4. Optimal Visibility
The symmetrical design incorporates diamond shapes, a textured background, and carefully selected colors to ensure optimal visibility of the ball on the pitch.
About Molten
Molten, a manufacturer of sports equipment, has been making and marketing footballs, basketballs, handballs, and volleyballs of uncompromising quality since 1958. Molten is committed to raising global standards by supplying official game balls and sports equipment for major leagues, teams, and international tournaments worldwide.
