Inspired by the towering landmarks of cultured magnitude, adidas have unveiled the 2016 UEFA Champions League ball that will skim across surfaces in the knock-out stages and final of the tournament starting this week.

Following last season's ball that took in the all encompassing style of Berlin, the 2016 adidas Champions League match ball cuts its shapes in a more traditional fashion. Landing on pitch for the first time on February 16th (tomorrow) it's clean finish is of the highest order. Taking in some of Milan's most iconic landmarks, the Teatro alla Scalais features alongside the infamous stairs of the San Siro.

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Smothered with a striking finish, it is coated with enhanced engineering though the ever present star panel design. Thermally bonded it has been crafted to allow the first touch to be taken in its stride. A professional king with shimmering class, it graces the tournament from tomorrow right through to May 28th where the final will bring the world's attention to Milan.

Add some class to proceedings and get one here.