No Nike in The End - Puma Signs New Uruguay Kit Deal
Update #4: Puma has extended its Uruguay kit deal to make the jerseys of the South American country until at least 2023. The new deal, which is three times higher than that what Puma paid previously (24 million USD for seven years), also includes bonuses for good results in the World Cup and the Copa America.
Puma Extends Uruguay Kit Deal Until 2023
Uruguay x Nike.
Update #3 Uruguayan newspaper Ovación this week reported that Tenfield, who holds the rights to market Uruguay's shirt until December 31, informed the Uruguayan football federation that Puma will match the offer by Nike in order to continue to make the jerseys of the South American country.
Puma Equals Nike Offer, But It's Still Likely That Nike Will Make Uruguay's Kits from 2017
However, as there was already a vote that decided that Nike would become Uruguay's jersey supplier, Ignacio Alonso from Uruguay's football federation said that "we (the Executive Council) will pass this to the area of legal advisers and they will tell us what we must demand to ratify the intention of the note presented by Tenfield to match the offer Nike." More is expected to follow in the coming days.
Update #2: Uruguayan media is reporting that Nike won the vote to become the national team's new kit supplier, by 10 votes to 9.
#AUF | ¡Ganó el sí por Nike! Rampla Juniors definió por el sí, por lo que ganó por 10 a 9.
— Ovación (@Ovaciondigital) 23. August 2016
Update: Uruguay's football federation has postponed the vote to decide if Nike becomes become the new kit supplier of the Albiceste until Tuesday. Juventud de Las Piedras, a team who have a contract with current rights holder Tenfield, left the room and declined to participate in the vote.
Uruguay's Football Federation will decide this night if they will go apart with long-term shirt supplier Puma and accept the offer from US-giant Nike, which is 5 times higher than Puma's offer according to Uruguayan newspaper Ovación.
Nike to Become Uruguay's kit supplier from 2017
Uruguay x Nike.
The German company Puma will be the supplier of Uruguay's shirt until 31 December 2016, while on the first day of 2017 the situation will change as the Uruguayan Football Federation will get the right back to look for a new shirt supplier. This right currently belongs to Tenfield, who granted the concession to Puma.
Nike offers the Uruguayan football federation 24 million USD for seven years, while it's reported that Puma just offers 5 million USD for seven years. To decide whether Nike or Puma will become Uruguay's new jersey supplier, there will be a vote tonight with 19 votes, from which 16 belong to the first division clubs who will also get a share from the money received from the deal.
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Adidas & Kith Tease Special Messi 2026 World Cup Kit Collection
Ronnie Fieg, the founder and owner of the prominent fashion and streetwear brand Kith, has officially teased a new Adidas kit collection dedicated to Lionel Messi ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The Adidas x Kith Messi kit collection is shaping up to be a massive tribute. Given that the 2026 World Cup will in all likelihood be Messi's final tournament as a player, the Three Stripes are going all out to honor their greatest player of all time.
Thus far, Fieg has previewed a rack of stunning co-branded jerseys. The standout of the teaser is a remake of the Argentina 2006 home kit - the exact template worn during the year of Messi's very first World Cup appearance.
Ronnie Fieg also reveals three additional bespoke shirts in dark navy, off-white/cream, and black.
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.
