"That's the Serbian Flag": Russia National Team Refuses to Wear New Kit - Massive Fail for Adidas
Update: Confirming their firm stance on the new Adidas kit, the Russia national team used their 2018 kit in the match against Belgium today (1-4).
The Russian national team refuses to wear the new Adidas home kit due to the 'flag-inspired' sleeve cuffs resembling the Serbian flag much more than Russia's.
This was confirmed by Russia's football authorities. “In the upcoming games, the Russian national team will continue using the kit in which it began the qualifying round,” RFU officials told the AFP news agency.
The new Russia jersey features blue-white sleeve cuffs that, together with the red base, recreate the Serbian flag. Although this was pointed out immediately after the first leaks and again following the official launch, this massive error somehow went past Adidas' designers.
Funnily enough, the Colombia and Germany shirts, just a couple to feature the same concept, have the colors in the correct order.
Adidas described the design of the shirt as “reintroducing the strong, bold colours of the nation’s flag”.
“Great uniform for the Serbian team… so when will you unveil the Russian uniform?” Instagram user @ilyasergeich wrote under an Adidas post about the Russian kit.
Meanwhile team manager Stanislav Cherchesov had an interesting take on the controversial design: “When fans support the team by clapping with their arms in the air, you’ll be able to see the Russian flag on the sleeves,” he said.
Despite the team's refusal to wear them, the Russia 2020 home kit is on sale in official stores.
Let's see how this story evolves as Russia are set to play Belgium in Saint on Saturday.
What do you think? Massive mistake or not that bad? Drop us a line below, and check out all Euro 2020 kits in the Overview.
Trabzonspor 26-27 Home, Away, Third & Fourth Kits Released
Trabzonspor and Joma have officially released the club's new 2026-27 kit collection. The set features four distinct designs, unveiled by the Turkish club under the campaign slogan "En güzel formalar #BizdeVar".
The Joma Trabzonspor 2026-27 home kit features the thickest stripes seen during the brand's partnership with the club, presenting the classic claret and blue colors in a bold layout. The collection is completed by a solid blue away kit, a maroon third kit, and a black alternative fourth kit, offering a wide variety of options for the upcoming campaign.
Manchester City 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Long-Sleeve Version
Footy Headlines can now leak 4 new pictures of the Puma Manchester City 26-27 third kit. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
The kit was created using Puma's AI Creator tool in late 2024, with almost 180,000 kits designed by City supporters, and the final design was chosen from 10 finalists.
Unique Svolme Delsalma-4 LE Boots Spotted at 2026 World Cup
During the 2026 World Cup, an extremely rare pair of football boots was spotted on the feet of Japanese player Junnosuke Suzuki in Monterrey, Mexico. The boots in question are the Svolme Delsalma-4 LE, a limited-edition release from the Japanese sports brand Svolme. Suzuki's pair is one of only 1,248 produced globally, making it a highly exclusive model on the international stage. Thanks to @abcdefutbol.
The Svolme Delsalma-4 LE is designed as a touch-focused boot, featuring a premium kangaroo leather upper that provides a soft and natural feel on the ball. The brand, which is well-known in Japan but rarely seen in major global competitions, released this limited run to coincide with the tournament in North America. Suzuki’s choice to wear the Delsalma-4 LE highlights a unique piece of Japanese football equipment during the biggest international competition.
Barrow AFC 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League side Barrow AFC have completed their 2026-27 kit lineup with the launch of their new away shirt. Made by Puma, the away kit follows the release of the club's home strip earlier this month, confirming the brand as their technical sponsor for the upcoming season.
The Barrow AFC 2026-27 home kit, originally unveiled on June 1, is billed as "125 Years In The Making." The design serves as a traditional and commemorative tribute to the Cumbrian club's 125th anniversary. The newly revealed away kit provides a contrasting alternative for their travels, rounding out the wardrobe as they prepare for their National League campaign following their recent relegation from League Two.
Special Commemorative Patches for 1000th FIFA World Cup Match
To mark a significant milestone in football history, special commemorative patches were featured during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F match between Tunisia and Japan in Monterrey. The fixture officially marked the 1000th match in the history of the tournament.
In recognition of the occasion, both the Japan and Tunisia national teams wore mini Match 1000 arm patches on their jerseys. The special detailing was spotted on the players' kits during the game, as well as on the shirts laid out in the dressing rooms beforehand.
The commemorative design was not limited to the competing teams, as the match officials also wore the Match 1000 patch on their referee kits. This subtle yet historic addition provided a unique touch to the kits for the milestone game.
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Manuel Neuer Wears Special 'Legacy' and 'Golden Gloves' Patches at 2026 World Cup
Following Luka Modrić and Lionel Messi, Manuel Neuer became the next player to wear two special patches when he appeared in Germany's second group-stage match against Ivory Coast.
On his right sleeve was the "Legacy" patch (which had already appeared in the opening match), while on his left sleeve was the "Golden Glove" patch, honoring the individual award he won at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
All Special 2026 World Cup Player Patches Revealed - Footy Headlines
