2016-17 La Liga Kits Overview - All New 16-17 Shirts
Aug 18, 2016, by Pat
Following last week's Ligue 1 and Premier League kick-offs, this weekend will see two other major competitions start the new season, with Spain's La Liga opening this Friday and Serie A the day after. As Barcelona aim to win a third consecutive Liga title, let's take a look at all 20 teams' jerseys for this upcoming season.
Another interesting perspective of a league's kits is to compare the number of teams supplied by the different brands. In the case of La Liga, Adidas (6) and Nike (5) sponsor the most teams, including the "big three", Atlético, Barcelona and Real Madrid. The only other brand to supply more than one team is Joma with four, while Acerbis, Hummel, Lotto, New Balance and Puma all have one La Liga team each.
Deportivo Alavés
Made by Hummel, the Deportivo Alavés 2016-2017 kits introduce very traditional designs.
Athletic Club
The Athletic Bilbao 16-17 kits are made by Nike once again, with both featuring understated and traditional looks that base on the brand's template.
Atlético Madrid
As Atlético is playing its last season at the Vicente Calderón stadium, both Atlético Madrid 2016-17 kits feature a special graphic honoring the iconic home ground on the inside neck.
FC Barcelona
Defending champions Barcelona looked at their past for inspirations for the new 16-17 home kit that is inspired by the 1992 European Cup-winning jersey. Both the Barcelona 2016-17 away and third shirts introduce more modern and unusual looks.
Real Betis
Produced by Adidas, the Real Betis 16-17 home, away and third kits feature smart looks in stripes, dark green and yellow, respectively.
Celta Vigo
Celta's new 2016-17 kits are again made by Adidas and introduce yellow as accent color, both on the home and away versions.
Deportivo La Coruña
Inspired by the past, the Deportivo La Coruña 2016-17 kits by Lotto are very clean and simple, with the third shirt sticking out in particular.
SD Eibar
Again made by Puma, Eibar's 2016-2017 kits are virtually unchanged from last season.
RCD Espanyol
Joma again makes the Espanyol kits, with both the home and away featuring gradient styles on the stripes.
Granada CF
Also made by Joma are the new Granada 16-17 home, away and third kits.
UD Las Palmas
Both of the new Las Palmas 16-17 kits, made by Acerbis, feature traditional collars, although the away kit is unlikely to be used an awful lot of times.
CD Leganés
Although based on templates from last season, the CD Leganés 16-17 kits are fit for the club's La Liga debut. Both are kept very traditional and simple, yet inspired.
Málaga CF
Featuring the Nike Swoosh, the Málaga 16-17 kits are based on the brand's teamwear catalog. After a few seasons without a main sponsor, Marathon Bet has joined forces with the Andalusian club.
CA Osasuna
Made by Adidas, the new Osasuna 16-17 home and away kits introduce interesting designs that appear to be based on the brand's miadidas templates.
Real Madrid
Another team to feature the iconic Three Stripes is of course Real Madrid. Whereas the Real Madrid 16-17 home and - to a lesser extent - away kits feature classic designs inspired by the past, the new third jersey introduces a unique and all-new look, inspired by the club's tradition to celebrate trophies at the Plaza de Cibeles.
Real Sociedad
The new Real Sociedad 2016-2017 kits are also made by Adidas. They feature smart designs, with the away one boasting a color combination that's relatively new to the club.
Sevilla FC
Made by New Balance, the Sevilla 16-17 home, away and third kits are kept very traditional. They are white, red and citrus, respectively.
Real Sporting Gijón
Having changed from Kappa to Nike, the new Sporting Gijón 16-17 home and away kits are based directly on the brand's teamwear offering.
Valencia CF
Both of the new Valencia 16-17 shirts, made by Adidas, feature orange accents in the form of the brandings, collar and in the case of the away, the team logo.
Villarreal CF
After a few years with Chinese brand Xtep, which saw the kits virtually unchanged for a few seasons, Villarreal has signed with local brand Joma. The Villarreal 16-17 home kit is once again quite understated, but the new away and third kits feature all-new looks for the club.
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Hummel Halifax Wanderers 1991 Nova Scotia Clippers Retro Kit Released
Halifax Wanderers FC and kit supplier Hummel have unveiled a special limited-edition retro kit paying tribute to the 1991 Nova Scotia Clippers, the first professional soccer team in the province of Nova Scotia.
The jersey captures the unmistakable look of the early 1990s, when the Clippers competed in the Canadian Soccer League. Styled in a vibrant emerald green base, the shirt is adorned with an all-over chevron jacquard pattern, complemented by a thick white crossover V-neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs. Completing the throwback design is the original Nova Scotia Clippers emblem on the chest alongside Hummel's logo, paired with local brewery Alexander Keith's and its signature stag crest across the front.
Supporters looking to pick up the nostalgic shirt will have to act quickly. The Hummel Halifax Wanderers Nova Scotia Clippers retro kit is scheduled to be sold exclusively in-person at Wanderers Grounds during the club's home match against Inter Toronto on September 20.
Puma Bahia 26-27 Third Kit Released
Puma and Brazilian side Esporte Clube Bahia have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 campaign. Built around the theme "O Brasil sempre esteve aqui" (Brazil was always here), the jersey was developed in direct collaboration with FINPAT, the Indigenous Federation of the Pataxó and Tupinambá Nations of Far Southern Bahia, placing indigenous heritage and voices at the forefront of the design and release.
The Puma EC Bahia 26-27 third shirt combines a deep blue base with a tonal geometric pattern on the front inspired by traditional Pataxó necklaces. Gold detailing accents the V-neck collar, side panels, Puma cat logos, and a monochromatic Bahia crest. The contrasting shades carry symbolic meaning: blue represents the ocean and waters that are central to the Pataxó people, while gold references Tawá (yellow clay) and the ancestral riches of the land.
A special graphic sign-off reading "O Brasil sempre esteve aqui" is printed in gold on the upper back just below the collar. The kit is set to make its on-pitch debut in the Campeonato Brasileiro fixture against Remo at Arena Fonte Nova.
Bahrain 2026 Home Kit Released - First Ever by Adidas
The Bahrain national football team has officially revealed its new home kit for 2026, marking the nation's first-ever partnership with Adidas after parting ways with Puma.
The new Bahrain 2026 primary jersey is based on the standard Adidas Tiro 26 Competition template, with only the crest added.
It arrives in traditional vibrant red, accented by white detailing on the ribbed collar, lower hem trim, and the iconic Three Stripes running down the shoulders. A textured performance fabric carries the modern Bahrain FA crest on the left chest and the white Adidas logo on the right, while the reverse side features 'البحرين' in Arabic script situated directly above bold white 'BAHRAIN' block lettering. Set to make its on-pitch debut at the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, the shirt was unveiled alongside traditional Bahraini textile and weaving loom motifs celebrating the country's craft heritage.
Santos 26-27 Third Kit Released
Santos FC and Umbro have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Taking inspiration from the iconic 1997 campaign, the new jersey pays tribute to a defining era in Peixe history while celebrating the unwavering resilience, spirit, and dedication of the club's fanbase.
The Umbro Santos 2026-27 third shirt is black and features a subtle jacquard weave alternating between matte and glossy finishes across the fabric. A 1997-inspired retro collar incorporates white trim with striped detailing, complemented by white piping along the raglan shoulder seams. The chest displays an updated rendition of the 1997 club crest alongside Umbro's classic double diamond branding.
Completing the bespoke design are dedicated details paying homage to the supporters, notably the phrase "Resiliência e determinação" on the back of the neck and a lower hem tag inscribed with the popular terrace chant "Vai com determinação". Set to be worn with matching black shorts and black socks, the kit makes its official match debut against Cruzeiro at the Vila Belmiro.
FC Utrecht 26-27 Third Kit Released
Castore and FC Utrecht have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. To mark the unveiling, the Dutch outfit teamed up with local Utrecht graffiti artists, who created a custom mural on an urban brick canvas to emphasize the club's deep roots and street culture within the city.
The Castore FC Utrecht 26-27 third jersey delivers a clean look centered around a white base. Vibrant royal blue and bright orange accents bring life to the design, detailing the v-neck collar, sleeve cuffs, and side panels. A monochrome orange rendition of the club crest sits on the chest alongside the Castore logo, with sponsor lettering finished in bold blue.
White shorts and white socks with matching blue and orange trim complete the kit. The new third uniform is scheduled to make its on-pitch debut on September 13 in Utrecht's Eredivisie away fixture against Excelsior, and is now available through the club's official online store.
Real Valladolid 26-27 Third Kit Released
Real Valladolid and new technical partner Reebok have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Completing the team's wardrobe alongside their recently debuted home and away strips, the fresh look departs from traditional purple in favor of an elegant white and soft pink colorway.
The Reebok Real Valladolid 26-27 third jersey is predominantly white, complemented by pastel pink on the classic collar, sleeve cuffs, side panels, and manufacturer branding. The graphics embedded along the panels feature subtle wave and ripple patterns inspired by the numerous rivers running through the province of Valladolid, such as the Pisuerga and Duero. Furthermore, the prominent pink hue pays tribute to the Vallkirias dragon boat team, honoring their inspiring message of recovery and solidarity with breast cancer survivors.
Adidas Messi Special-Edition Argentina Kit Leaked - 2 New Images
We have new images of the special-edition Adidas Lionel Messi Argentina kit, showing the design produced with authentic Climacool+ specifications. However, the jersey in the pictures is a counterfeit. Fakers have moved quickly to manufacture physical shirts that replicate Adidas' latest top-tier player-issue template based on earlier replica/fan leaks of the signature design. Following Messi's international retirement after the 2026 World Cup, it remains to be seen what Adidas will ultimately do with the official rollout of the special-edition Messi kit and accompanying collection, and if it will be available as authentic and worn in a match.
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