No Nike in The End - Puma Signs New Uruguay Kit Deal
Nov 13, 2016, by Chris
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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Viktoria Plzen 26-27 Away Kit Released
Czech club FC Viktoria Plzeň and Macron have officially unveiled the team's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The design is rooted in the region's agricultural heritage, symbolizing a bond with the land and the value of the harvest.
The Macron Viktoria Plzen 26-27 away jersey introduces a unique and earthy color palette, featuring a dark gold base complemented by shades of brown. A complex sublimated graphic covers the front of the shirt, blending abstract shapes and a subtle net-like pattern. This distinctive aesthetic is meant to evoke the imagery of cultivated fields and agricultural dedication.
Adding contrast to the dark gold and brown base, the Macron FC Viktoria Plzen 26-27 away football shirt incorporates black detailing on the classic crew-neck collar and the sleeve cuffs. The Macron Hero logo on the right breast and the reimagined FC Viktoria Plzeň crest on the left are both applied in crisp white, standing out clearly against the darker background in a negative monochrome style.
Further bespoke details can be found on the jersey's necklines. The inner back neck is customized with the club's traditional colors, the Czech phrase "Ať stále vítězí Viktoria" (May Viktoria always win), and Macron's "Designed in Bologna" stamp. On the outer back of the neck, the acronym FCVP is prominently printed in white.
Salamanca CF UDS 26-27 Away Kit Released
Spanish Segunda Federación club Salamanca UDS have launched their new away kit for the 26-27 season. Produced by Umbro, the latest release follows the club's home kit announcement from earlier in the week, which drew inspiration from their historic 1976-77 shirt.
The Umbro Salamanca UDS 26-27 away shirt provides a new alternative look for the team's travels during the upcoming campaign. The design rounds out the club's set for the new season as they prepare for competition in Spain's fourth tier.
Falkirk 26-27 Away Kit Released
Scottish club Falkirk FC has officially launched its new away kit for the 26-27 season. Made by O'Neills, the strip introduces a clean aesthetic that celebrates the club's 150th anniversary.
The O'Neills Falkirk 26-27 away shirt is entirely white, accompanied by gold detailing on the collar, cuffs, and sponsor logos. A standout feature of the design is the inclusion of a modernized Highlander club crest on the chest, paying tribute to Falkirk's heritage. The main front-of-shirt sponsor is McEwan Fraser, whose logo integrates into the golden color scheme.
Matching the home kit's bespoke details, the away shirt includes the shortened Scottish dialect motto "Better meddle wi' the de'il" emblazoned across the back of the neck. The full uniform is white from head to toe, with white shorts and socks completing the look.
Atlético San Luis 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Mexican brand Charly has officially revealed the new Atlético de San Luis 26-27 home and away kits. The new shirts will be worn during the upcoming Liga MX campaign.
The Atlético de San Luis 26-27 home kit draws inspiration from the local Caja del Agua landmark and the rich history of San Luis Potosí. This theme connects the club to its local heritage, paying homage to the city's iconic monument.
The Atlético de San Luis 26-27 away kit offers a complementary design for the team on the road, completing the set for the new season. Both jerseys feature Charly's modern templates alongside the club's standard sponsor logos.
Erzurumspor FK 26-27 Away Kit Released
Turkish club Erzurumspor FK has officially released its new 26-27 away kit. The release marks an important milestone for the club as it enters its first season with Umbro, following a new technical partnership that was announced on July 1.
The Erzurumspor FK 26-27 away kit provides a fresh alternative look for the team's travels in the upcoming campaign. It follows the earlier launch of the 26-27 home kit, which introduced a classic blue and white design complete with a retro-style collar. Early reactions have been highly positive, with fans praising Umbro's clean and tailored aesthetic for the new season.