All-New Team: Racing Louisville FC Logo & Name Revealed
Jul 8, 2020, by Chris
The newest club of the NWSL, the highest Women's US soccer league, has revealed its identity. Introducing Racing Louisville FC.
Racing Louisville FC begins play in the spring of 2021. NWSL expansion to Louisville was first revealed in the fall of 2019.
Racing Louisville FC Name Origin
Racing is a moniker used around the world by soccer clubs close to auto, horse and cycling tracks. This marks its first use in the United States with Louisville, of course, home to Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby.
Racing Louisville FC Logo
The Racing Louisville FC logo combines the fleur de lis with a unique color palette: lavender and midnight violet.
The new Racing Louisville FC brand identity was created by renowned Matthew Wolff Design firm, which also created crests for Los Angeles FC and New York FC, among others.
“We couldn’t be happier with the work Matthew has done in creating a unique and identifiable brand for Racing Louisville FC,” said Soccer Holdings’ president, Brad Estes. “The color palette and core elements in the crest allow for creative merchandising opportunities we hope our supporters will love.”
Matthew Wolff said lavender is also unique to Racing Louisville FC, as no other pro sports team in the country features that color. The designer selected lavender to sit comfortably alongside Louisville City FC’s deep purple.
Wolff spoke with hundreds of fans and female soccer players during his process in deciding to use the fleur de lis as Racing Louisville FC’s key design element.
“I noticed Louisvillians view their city as the intersection of the south and midwest, along with a cross section of colors. One identifying mark is the fleur de lis,” Wolff said. “The stylized lily flower from the former royal arms of France, the fleur de lis it is firmly embedded into Louisville’s history and culture. It is a symbol of identification and a point of pride.”
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Germany to Wear 1990 Away Remake Kit Against Netherlands
Germany will take the pitch in a special throwback look for their 26-27 UEFA Nations League showdown against the Netherlands on September 24, 2026, at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam. The DFB has confirmed that the national team will wear an official remake of their iconic 1990 away kit for the encounter, which will also mark the official debut of new head coach Jürgen Klopp.
The shirt is an authentic reproduction released under Adidas' Bringback collection. It recreates the famous geometric zigzag chevron graphic in alternating shades of green that create a dynamic 3D effect across the torso. Completing the retro aesthetic are a contrasting white overlapping V-neck collar, the classic Trefoil logo, and the vintage Deutscher Fussball-Bund crest. The original design remains etched in football folklore, famously worn during West Germany's 1990 World Cup campaign, including their memorable semi-final penalty shootout triumph against England.
With Nike preparing to take over as Germany's technical supplier starting in 2027, the match serves as a high-profile send-off for Adidas as the brand celebrates the final months of its historic, multi-decade partnership with the German federation. The team will pair the green jersey with classic white shorts and green socks, and replica editions have been made available for supporters.
Indonesia 2026 Third Kit Released
Spanish sportswear brand Kelme and the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) have officially launched the new Indonesia 2026 third shirt. The fresh strip is scheduled to make its competitive debut during the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup.
Departing from the team's traditional red and white colors, the Kelme Indonesia 2026 third jersey is predominantly light blue, drawing inspiration from the nation's vast seas and maritime identity. The front of the shirt features vertical stripes filled with floral graphics honoring the puspa bangsa, Indonesia's national jasmine flower. A classic white polo collar and matching white sleeve cuffs add a clean, retro touch to the design.
The kit is made from a lightweight, breathable jacquard material engineered for performance in tropical climates and is available in both Player Issue and Replica versions.
AC Monza 26-27 Third Kit Released
AC Monza have officially unveiled their new third kit for the 26-27 campaign, designed by technical sponsor Nike. Completing the club's matchwear set alongside the previously launched home and away shirts, the design is heavily influenced by the city's renowned motorsport heritage and the iconic Autodromo Nazionale Monza racetrack.
The Nike AC Monza 26-27 third shirt features a sleek black base highlighted by a vertical red stripe running down the left side beneath the team badge, bordered with crisp white outlining. A white Nike Swoosh sits on the right chest, while the DAZN Bet Club sponsor emblem is displayed across the front of the jersey.
The new strip marks another release in the first season of Monza's partnership with Nike, who took over from longtime kit manufacturer Lotto for 26-27. The jersey is now available for purchase through the club's official online shop and select retailers.
Nick Woltemade Spotted in Camouflaged Adidas F50 Boots Disguised as Predator 26
German forward Nick Woltemade has once again caught the attention of boot spotters following his loan switch to Juventus for the 26-27 season. In training sessions with the Bianconeri, the 24-year-old was seen wearing a bespoke pair of Adidas boots featuring a clever optical illusion: a laceless Adidas F50 speed boot disguised as a Predator 26. Big thanks to sr4u.
At first glance, the footwear mimics the visual language of the Predator silo, complete with simulated rubber strike elements and bold graphic patterning. A closer look, however, immediately reveals the telltale silhouette of the laceless F50. The boots feature the aerodynamic shape, seamless upper, and lightweight sole plate of the speed boot, with the Predator rubber fins merely printed onto the smooth synthetic shell rather than physically present.
This is not the first time Woltemade has turned heads with this specific setup. He was previously spotted in similar disguised F50 boots while on international duty with Germany earlier this year. Custom camouflage of this variety typically occurs when a player relies on the lightweight build and locked-in feel of a speed silo while marketing alignment or personal styling favors the identity of another line.
CA Peñarol 2026 135th Anniversary Kit Released - Honoring CURCC Roots
Puma and Uruguayan giants Club Atlético Peñarol have officially unveiled a special commemorative kit celebrating the club's 135th anniversary. Founded on September 28, 1891, as the Central Uruguay Railway Cricket Club (CURCC), Peñarol traditionally honors its rich history each September with a bespoke commemorative release.
The Peñarol 2026 135th anniversary shirt takes direct inspiration from the early uniforms worn during the team's formative years. It features a distinctive half-and-half layout, combining a solid black left side with thin yellow and black vertical stripes running down the right. The long sleeves mirror the split design of the body, complemented by a classic black polo collar detailed with subtle yellow trim.
Completing the heritage aesthetic, a retro CURCC shield encircled by golden laurel branches replaces the club's contemporary badge on the chest. The reverse side features vintage stitched-effect white numbering and the historic Decano inscription above the player name, while all sponsor logos appear in gold.
Sporting Cristal 26-27 70th Anniversary Special Kit Released
Puma and Peruvian powerhouse Sporting Cristal have officially launched a special retro kit for the 26-27 season. The limited-edition release pays homage to one of the most celebrated eras in the club's history, faithfully reviving their iconic look from the early 1970s.
The Puma Sporting Cristal 26-27 special jersey comes in a rich royal blue base, contrasted by clean white trim along the crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs. Presented in an authentic long-sleeve cut, the shirt prominently features the club's vintage crest on the left chest, complete with the Peruvian flag motif across the top. With a subtle Puma cat logo and the total absence of front-of-shirt sponsors, the kit maintains an ultra-clean, collector-focused aesthetic reminiscent of the 1970 and 1972 title-winning teams.
The new special shirt joins Sporting Cristal's 2026 wardrobe alongside the previously launched home kit and vibrant geometric third strip, offering fans a timeless piece of club heritage.
FC Tokyo 26-27 Third Kit Released
J1 League club FC Tokyo has officially revealed its new 26-27 third kit produced by New Balance. Following the club's full collection unveiled earlier in the summer, the new third uniform builds on the overarching dawn theme with a distinct design concept titled "THE BORDERLESS BALANCE".
The New Balance FC Tokyo 26-27 third shirt combines New Balance's signature gray tone with deep navy to capture the transition from night to dawn over the capital. Subtle red gradient streaks emerge along the shoulders and bottom hem, adding a dynamic accent to the dark base. All sponsor logos and the FC Tokyo crest are applied in clean monochrome white, creating a sleek lifestyle-friendly look.
FC Tokyo will debut the 26-27 third kit in J1 League action in February 2027 against V-Varen Nagasaki and JEF United Chiba.