UEFA Bans Striped Shirts with Solid Backs
Update: It seems like that the new UEFA Kit rules are not applied in the 2018-2019 season. CSKA Moscow wore their 18-19 Umbro home kit featuring a mainly red front and a blue back, something that is forbidden in UEFA's Equipment regulations in Article 8.02. Thanks to @hendocfc for the spot.
The dominant colour (or colours in the case of hooped, banded, striped or checked items) must be equally visible on the back and front of each item of playing attire, excluding the number zone on the back of shirts
We expect that the UEFA kit rules will come into effect from the 2019-2020 season.
With a new 'license cycle' kicking off, there have been more than a few subtle changes added to this year's Champions League: from FIFA becoming the official video game to new sponsors, kick-off times and rules. Another change comes in the form of an updated kit rules catalog, something we wrote about extensively on here before.
For the first time in six years, UEFA updated its kit regulations, introducing interesting changes. These rules apply to all major UEFA competitions, such as the Champions League, Europa League, Nations League and Euro.
Milan 16-17 Kit
What has been doing the rounds on Twitter, though, and understably so, is the fact that UEFA appears to have banned shirts that have stripes, hoops or similar patterns on the front and solid backs.
As per 8.03 of the kit regulations (check out the full PDF here):
The colours used to create a hooped, banded, striped or checked shirt on the front must both be clearly visible on the back of the playing attire if the same pattern (e.g. stripes) is not used on the back of the playing shirt
Attached is an image which better explains the whole thing:
Apparently, something like Watford's home kit would not be allowed in an UEFA competition. It's a welcome change.
In other kit regulation 'news', although this part is not new, the very next point states that it's forbidden to use reflective materials in any part of a kit. Therefore, it's likely that the player issue of Chelsea's new third kit will not have the same reflective features as the replica.
Are you happy to see this change? Drop us a line below.
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The Adidas Spain 2026 pre-match jacket features the usual design but with the striking, glossy Climacool look.
The Adidas Climacool 2026 World Cup Climacool jacket is not available to buy - Adidas only offers the regular version.
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Japanese J.League side Iwaki FC has officially unveiled its new home and away kits for the upcoming 2026-2027 season.
Produced by technical sponsor Under Armour, the new primary jersey introduces a dynamic look centered around the club's vision of "becoming a light that illuminates the coast." The home shirt features Iwaki FC's signature "Growing Slash" pattern covering the entire fabric, a design choice meant to symbolize the team's powerful upward trajectory alongside the ongoing recovery and growth of the local Hamadori region.
For matches on the road, the Under Armour Iwaki FC 26-27 away kit introduces a bespoke aesthetic with deep local ties. The white, navy and red shirt incorporates the unique pattern from the "Fura City Iwaki" logo onto the sleeve cuffs, while the shoulder paneling features a custom design directly inspired by the maritime infrastructure of Iwaki's port.
Fans eager to get their hands on the new Under Armour kits have a tiered release schedule to look forward to ahead of the new season. An exclusive pre-sale for official fan club members begins on June 16 through the J.League Online Store, followed by a general pre-sale starting July 1. A full, widespread retail launch across physical club shops and Under Armour's official channels is scheduled for August 7.
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Paris Saint-Germain has officially launched a special limited-edition jersey in collaboration with Art Basel to celebrate the club's historic Champions League victory in the 2025-26 season. Designed by Spanish artist Edgar Plans, the capsule features a range of apparel, including t-shirts adorned with his signature colorful cartoon characters. The unique release merges football and contemporary art, commemorating PSG's European success with a distinctive and playful aesthetic.
