São Paulo, Milan, Real Madrid & Orlando City - Here Is Kaká's Career in Shirts
Oct 22, 2017, by Chris
Kaka played his last match for Major League Soccer side Orlando City this week. Luckily for al of us, the Brazilian footballer announced that he will not end his career already, however. We take a look at Kaka's career so far in shirts, inspired by Classic Football Shirts' tweet.
Kaká himself has been sponsored by Adidas during his whole career actually, even though he often laced up in blackout Mizuno Morelia boots in the past few years (he received special Adidas Ace 17.1 Pyro Strom boots for his last Orlando City match, somehow a clear sign that his Adidas deal is still valid).
2001-2003 | São Paulo
Kaká made his professional debut ageed 18 at São Paulo FC in 2001. He should play 59 matches and score 23 goals for his youth club wearing three different Sao Paulo home jerseys (two from Penalty, one from Topper).
2003-2009 | Milan
In 2003, he joined Italian club Milan for a fee of €8.5 million, after being named the best player in the 2002 Campeonato Brasileiro. His time at Milan was his most successful period of his career, leading Milan to win the 2006–07 UEFA Champions League, amongst many other titles. After the season, he won the FIFA World Player of the Year, the Ballon d'Or, the UEFA Club Footballer of the Year and the IFFHS World's Best Playmaker awards.
2009-2013 | Real Madrid
Kaká joined Real Madrid for a transfer fee of €67 million, the second highest-ever transfer fee at that time, only behind Zidane (However, in the same window Real Madrid broke the world record by signing Cristiano Ronaldo). He had not very successful years in Spain wearing four different Adidas Real Madrid home shirts.
2013-2017 | Milan, Sao Paulo & Orlando City
In 2013, he returned to Milan for a season. At the end of the 2013–14 season, he joined MLS expansion club Orlando City, but initially returned to his former Brazilian club São Paulo FC on loan wearing the club's Penalty 2013 kit. For Orlando City, he again wore Adidas kits as the German brand is the supplier of all MLS teams.
It is not known yet where the 35-years old footballer will play next, but rumors in Brazil also link a possible return of Kaká to Sao Paulo with a kit supplier change from São Paulo to Adidas / New Balance.
What's your favorite Kaká moment? Which home kit worn by the Brazilian midfielder do you like the most? Which kit fits Kaká the best? Let us know in the comments below.
Emiliano Martinez Takes Chelsea's Number 1 Shirt
Emi Martinez has officially switched from No. 26 to No. 1 at Chelsea after just one match. The Argentine goalkeeper wore No. 26 in Chelsea's 4-3 win over Brighton.
With Robert Sanchez joining Como on loan, the No. 1 shirt became available, allowing Martínez to make the switch. Chelsea is now the third professional club where Martinez has worn No. 1, following Getafe and Aston Villa.
In a nice gesture to supporters who had already purchased his previous shirt, Martinez will sign all official “Martinez 26” jerseys bought through Chelsea's Megastore or official website. Fans can bring their shirt and proof of purchase to Stamford Bridge before October 4.
Japan U20 Debuts All-White Away Kit Variant
The all-white variation of Japan's away kit made its official debut during Japan U20's dominant 8-0 victory over Cambodia U20 in the U20 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.
Previously, Japan premiered the original ensemble (black shorts and white socks) in a friendly match against Scotland, followed by an all-black shorts and socks variant during their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash with Brazil.
Leicester City 26-27 Away Retro Collection Released
Expanding on their retro-inspired aesthetic for the season, Leicester City and Adidas have officially dropped a new lifestyle apparel collection under the Adidas Originals banner. Following the popular launch of their Trefoil away shirt earlier this summer, the latest range focuses on timeless club heritage infused with classic Three Stripes street style.
The standout piece of the collection is a royal blue long-sleeve jersey adorned with an intricate all-over diagonal jacquard pattern. Much like the 26-27 away kit, the piece prominently features the iconic Adidas Trefoil alongside Leicester's nostalgic 'Running Fox' crest, which famously adorned the club's shirts until 1992. Matching royal blue three stripes run down the shoulders and sleeves to complete the vintage look.
Alongside the long-sleeve shirt, the collection includes an archival blue t-shirt with a bold white chest stripe, classic track jackets, hoodies, and matching track pants. The full Leicester City x Adidas Originals range is available now at the club's official online store and the Foxes Fanstore at King Power Stadium.
