Kelme and the Asian Football Federation (AFC) today jointly released the official football ball VORTEXAC23 for the 2023 AFC Qatar Asian Cup, marking another new milestone in this highly anticipated tournament. The 2023 AFC Asian Cup will be held in Qatar from January 12 to February 10, 2024.
The official ball name for this release is "VORTEXAC23", inspired by the excitement, passion, and speed brought by football matches, and integrated with the iconic maroon of the host country Qatar. At the same time, the design echoes the emblem of the 2023 AFC Qatar Asian Cup, drawing inspiration from the unique color and shape of the emblem. The emblem is located at the center of the ball, fully reflecting the spirit of the game and Asian football.

The Chinese name "Wind and Fire Wheel" comes from its red, fiery appearance resembling the wind. The ball rotates at high speed, creating a magical trajectory like a raging fire, accumulating energy and allowing players to kick the winning shot, inspiring fans' infinite love for football.
As the official global sponsor of AFC, Karme exclusively created VORTEXAC23 for the 2023 AFC Qatar Asian Cup, obtaining the highest specification certification of "FIFA QUALITY PRO". The ball used in the competition is assembled using a new upgraded ULTRA SEAM thermal bonding technology, which is close to the perfect ball and conforms to the aerodynamics of ball flight. Through comprehensive technical testing by professional football players, it ensures that it meets the highest standards in performance, quality, durability, and field use.

As a professional football equipment manufacturer, the Karme brand has a history of over 60 years in the manufacturing of football equipment. In the international field, Karme has provided equipment sponsorship to over 30 La Liga and La Liga teams, as well as top sports clubs in other regions of the world; In China, the sponsorship scope of Karme covers multiple fields such as China A, China B, women's Super League, and youth football, helping players perform on the field. Kalmye is committed to providing athletes with the best equipment and clothing, helping the development of world football, showcasing Kalmye's brand attitude to the world, and showcasing Kalmye's era imprint in the field of professional football brands.