"Checkers Meet Stripes": Adidas Announces Croatia Kit Deal
- New Partnership: Adidas has officially replaced Nike as the kit sponsor for the Croatian Football Federation, ending a 26-year collaboration after Nike's contract concludes in July 2026.
- Home Kit Design: The upcoming 26-27 Adidas Croatia home kit will retain the iconic red and white checkerboard design, enhanced with subtle Glagolitic script elements.
- Away Kit and Collection Launch: The away kit will be an EQT Blue jersey featuring intricate graphic detailing and the Trefoil logo, with the complete inaugural collection set for unveiling in September 2026.
Adidas and the Croatian Football Federation (HNS) have officially kicked off their new multi-year partnership, bringing an end to Croatia's 26-year era with Nike. Following the conclusion of Nike's contract at the end of July 2026, Adidas launched its teaser campaign under the slogan "Checkers Meet Stripes," showcasing Zagreb's high-rise tower buildings illuminated in red and white checkers.
Traditional Checkers with Unique Effect and Trefoil Away Kit
The upcoming Adidas Croatia 26-27 home kit retains the country's famous red and white checkerboard design, enriched by subtle Glagolitic script elements embedded into the pattern. For the away kit, Adidas introduces a refined EQT Blue jersey featuring intricate graphic detailing across the front, paired with the iconic Trefoil logo on the chest.
The complete inaugural collection, including match kits, pre-match shirts, and anthem jackets, will be fully unveiled ahead of Croatia's UEFA Nations League matches in September 2026.
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