A Glimpse at What Could Have Been - Real Madrid 15-16 Home Kit Prototype Revealed
Thanks to images of a prototype of the Real Madrid 15-16 Home Jersey which surfaced online, we are able to get unique insight on the design process an important football shirt such as the Real Madrid Kit goes through before being officially unveiled.
Real Madrid 15-16 Home Kit Prototype
This is the early version of the classy Real Madrid Home Kit that surfaced online.
Based on the entirely same template and design principles as the actual Real Madrid 2015-16 Home Jersey, the Real Madrid 15-16 Home Shirt Prototype boasts much more gray details, as both the sleeve cuffs and the hem come with contrasting color.
Additionally, Adidas actually planned to use a monochromatic variant of the iconic Real Madrid logo, colored solely in white and gray.
Last but not least, the inside of the shirt is also different from the Real Madrid Shirt that made it into retail. Instead of featuring only the club crest and a 'hala madrid y nada más' inscription, the early version of the Real Madrid 2015-2016 Home Shirt shows two stylized globes on each side of the crest, with the text below simply reading 'siempre real' (always Real).
We think the 'real' Real Madrid 15-16 Home Kit is one of the best ones released this summer and that all of the late changes applied by Adidas contributed to that fake.
But what's your take? Do you prefer the early prototype or the final version of the Real Madrid Home Shirt? Let us know in the comments below.
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Stunning Fortuna Köln 2026 Regional Cup Final Kit Released
German side SC Fortuna Köln has released a highly limited special-edition kit to wear during their upcoming 2026 Mittelrheinpokal final. Produced by Dutch sportswear brand Robey, this exclusive release celebrates the club's first appearance in the regional cup final in six years, as they look to secure the trophy for the first time in 13 years.
The Robey SC Fortuna Köln 2026 Cup Final shirt introduces a striking tri-color gradient design that provides a highly bespoke look for the occasion. The top of the jersey begins in a deep navy blue, smoothly fading into a vibrant light blue chest band before transitioning into a clean white lower half.
Adding a premium, historic touch to the kit, all application details - including the Robey manufacturer branding, the central 'HIT' sponsor, and a classic standalone 'F' retro crest - are executed in metallic gold. A subtle light blue V-neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs complete the sophisticated aesthetic.
Priced at €75, this exclusive release serves as a unique collector's item for supporters of the Regionalliga West side. Curiously, while releasing this kit, the club has actively pushed an "All in Red" (Alle in Rot) motto for the fans attending the match, asking supporters to create a sea of red in the stands despite the team wearing their special-edition colors on the pitch.
What are your thoughts on this striking gradient Cup Final kit by Robey? Let us know in the comments below.
Aston Villa to Wear Third Kit with Charity Sponsor in Europa League Final
Aston Villa has officially confirmed they will wear their 2025-2026 Adidas third kit for the upcoming UEFA Europa League Final against SC Freiburg in Istanbul.
The decision was made due to a direct kit clash with the German side's traditional all-red home strip, forcing the Premier League club out of their iconic claret and blue. Furthermore, due to strict betting licensing regulations in Turkey, the club's principal partner, Betano, cannot be legally displayed on the jerseys. In response, the space is used by the Aston Villa Foundation for the historic showpiece event.
This special-edition jersey also features the Aston Villa Foundation branding across the chest in matching purple typography, sitting just below a commemorative Match ID text that marks the May 20 final at Besiktas Park.
Recognizing the historical significance of this unique uniform, the club is making the charity edition available to the public. Supporters can purchase these limited-edition shirts, complete with the foundation branding and central match details, in both authentic and replica versions from official club stores.
This rare combination of an alternate kit, a one-off charity sponsor, and European final detailing instantly makes this release a highly sought-after piece for shirt collectors.
