VOTE NOW: Worst Football Kit of August 2026
1 day ago, by Chris
- Voting Open: Fans are invited to vote for the worst football kit released in August 2026, marking the end of the 26-27 kit release cycle.
- Nominee Pool: The shortlist comprises 25 designs from global football, heavily featuring underwhelming third kits and special editions.
- High-Profile Clubs Included: Notable nominations for the worst kit include 26-27 third shirts from major European clubs like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Newcastle United.
August 2026 marked the final major month of the 26-27 kit release cycle, and while fans were treated to several incredible designs, the month also delivered its fair share of controversial and underwhelming launches. With the main launch window now closed, it is time to crown the worst football kit released over the past month.
VOTE NOW: Worst Football Kit of August 2026
Worst Kit of August 2026 Nominees
Our shortlist features 25 designs from across world football, dominated heavily by third kits and special editions that missed the mark. High-profile entries include the 26-27 third shirts of European giants such as Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Newcastle United, as well as designs from Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, Rayo Vallecano, and Stade Rennais.
VOTE NOW: Worst Football Kit of August 2026
The official vote is now open via FIFA Kit Creator and will run for three days. Make sure to cast your vote and let us know in the comments which design was truly the biggest disappointment of August 2026.
London City Lionesses Announce Landmark Nike Front-of-Shirt Sponsorship Deal
London City Lionesses have officially announced a multi-year front-of-shirt partnership with Nike. Owned by Michele Kang via Kynisca Sports International, the Barclays Women's Super League side revealed a unique graphic for the primary sponsor position, featuring the ancient Goddess of Victory statue from which the sportswear giant takes its name.
The new front-of-shirt look makes its on-pitch debut when London City take on Manchester United on September 4, 2026. Beyond the prominent kit branding, the agreement incorporates grassroots community activations as well as dedicated support for female-focused sports science research and athlete development.
Alongside the front-of-shirt sponsorship, the club and Nike have agreed to a four-year extension of their technical kit supply partnership, locking in the Swoosh from the 27-28 season onwards. This expands on their existing apparel arrangement first established ahead of the 25-26 campaign.
Levante 26-27 Fourth Kit Released
Spanish club Levante UD and Italian technical sponsor Macron have officially unveiled their new fourth kit for the 2026-27 season. Marking the tenth year of collaboration between the club and the brand, the new uniform completes Levante's kit lineup for the current campaign.
The Macron Levante 26-27 fourth jersey features a navy blue base with an all-over sublimated and embossed geometric pattern inspired by the traditional azulejos ceramic tiles of Valencia's seaside El Cabanyal neighborhood. Off-white and cardinal red trim accents the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs, while silicone patches of the club crest and the Macron Hero emblem sit on the chest. The design also pays tribute to club founder José Ballester Gozalvo and his wife Teresa Molins Gausach.
Navy blue shorts with matching off-white and cardinal red details alongside hooped socks complete the full look. Levante UD will debut the new 26-27 fourth kit on September 6, 2026, against Málaga CF at the Ciutat de València to coincide with the club's 117th anniversary.
No More Macron: Elite Eleven Melbourne Victory 26-27 Training Collection Released
A-League side Melbourne Victory has officially announced a new multi-year partnership with Australian activewear brand Elite Eleven. The Melbourne-based brand will serve as the club's official Technical Kit and Apparel Partner for the next four seasons, starting from the 26-27 campaign, marking the end of Victory's partnership with Italian supplier Macron.
Shortly after the announcement, the club launched its official 26-27 training and lifestyle collection under the campaign banner "Melbourne Born. Melbourne Worn."
The training range is available to purchase immediately, while Melbourne Victory's new 26-27 home and away match kits are scheduled to be officially unveiled in early October.
Sedan Ardennes 26-27 Third Kit Released
French club CS Sedan Ardennes has officially launched its new third kit for the 2026-27 campaign, completing their first full kit collection under new technical partner Kappa. Following the earlier releases of their retro green home shirt and off-white away strip, the new third kit introduces a modern, lifestyle-infused aesthetic.
The Kappa CS Sedan Ardennes 26-27 third jersey is predominantly black and features a distinctive gothic-style "ARDENNES" wordmark across the chest. The club crest is executed in a monochrome white badge on the left chest, paired with white Kappa Omini logos on the right chest and shoulders. Subtle red and green trim decorates the sleeve cuffs, nodding to the club's traditional colors.
Black shorts and socks complete the full Kappa CS Sedan Ardennes 2026-27 third strip.
Adidas CEO Confirms Special Germany Farewell Kit for Nations League
Adidas CEO Björn Gulden has officially confirmed that the German national team will wear a special farewell shirt for their upcoming UEFA Nations League matches in late 2026. Speaking on the Spielmacher podcast, Gulden revealed that a dedicated farewell jersey will be released and worn on pitch as Adidas prepares to conclude its legendary, seven-decade partnership with the German Football Association (DFB). Big thanks to MiaSanMia.
The special kit marks the emotional conclusion of a historic relationship that began in 1954 and spanned all four of Germany's men's World Cup triumphs as well as multiple European Championship titles. With Nike set to take over as the DFB's official kit supplier at the start of 2027, the upcoming Nations League fixtures will serve as the final on-pitch appearance for Die Mannschaft in Adidas gear.
Leaked images show that the farewell jersey features a predominantly black base accented with vertical gold diamond pinstripes down the front, paired with the iconic Adidas Trefoil logo and a classic DFB crest. Finished with retro-inspired V-neck collar and cuff detailing, the commemorative shirt offers a stylish tribute to one of the most successful kit partnerships in football history.