New Zealand Football has forged a partnership with the global sports apparel and equipment developer, Puma.
With this development, Puma has been named the exclusive apparel provider of New Zealand Football. The pact will kick-start in 2024.
We are excited to announce that New Zealand Football have entered into a long-term partnership with @PUMA to be our exclusive apparel provider starting from 2024 🇳🇿✨
— New Zealand Football 🇳🇿 (@NZ_Football) December 13, 2023
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Through this arrangement, the German brand will be seen providing kits and apparel to all the 10 national wings of the Kiwi football, which includes All Whites, Ford Football Ferns, Men’s U-17, U-20, U-23, Women’s U-17, U-20, Futsal Whites, Futsal Ferns, and eFootball.
Furthermore, the referees will also receive the prominent apparel service from Puma, through this arrangement.
Speaking on the landmark alliance, James Wear, GM Brand and Partnerships, New Zealand Football, commented, “It is great to partner with PUMA and become the 12th national football team they currently represent. The commitment from PUMA to have a presence in country provides exciting opportunities to grow the game at all levels for both parties.”
He further expressed, “We are all excited about the possibilities this partnership provides and can’t wait to get started.”
Andrew Pragnell, Chief Executive Officer, New Zealand Football, said, “This is an exciting new partnership that will take our national teams and New Zealand Football to the next level. PUMA’s commitment to excellence aligns with our ambition as a football association to continually raise the bar for the game in New Zealand.
He also said, “Football is the biggest participation sport in the country and this partnership will give it the support it deserves to continue that amazing growth.”
Johan Adamsson, Global Director of Sports Marketing & Licensed, PUMA, stated, “We are delighted to partner with New Zealand Football. Football is one of the fastest growing sports in New Zealand and we are thrilled to be able to continue the growth of the beautiful game in the Oceania region.”
He also added, “We are excited by the ambition of New Zealand Football and look forward to pursuing success on the international stage together.”