Update From July 2020: Who Will Become AS Roma's New Kit Maker? New Balance Now Clear Favorites, Castore Deal Impossible For Us
Update: The decision about the new AS Roma kit maker to replace Nike from the 2021-22 season is soon to be made. Compared to July 2020, there is now one big favorite to become the team's new kit maker - New Balance.
Castore's offer is nothing Roma will take into serious consideration
British sportswear brand Castore brought themselves into the race. However, their offer is nothing Roma will take in serious consideration - they small brand does not offer a high fixed sum but just a "a digital-focused approach, allowing the club to reach a wider audience and grow their brand internationally."
New Balance offers a traditional contract with a fixed sum
For us, it remains the brand's secret how they can grow the Roma brand - they are much smaller than the club, who are well-known for their great digital appearance in the social media game. New Balance, in contrast, offers a traditional contract with a fixed sum.
July 2020 - Talks Started With Kappa? Who Will Become AS Roma's New Kit Maker?
On Thursday, 16 July 2020, AS Roma and Nike announced that they have terminated their partnership and technical sponsorship agreement in advance. Nike will leave the club after the end of the 2020-2021 season - we evaluate what are the different options for AS Roma.
New AS Roma Kit Maker Replacing Nike - Kappa Most Likely Option For Us
As of today, there is no clear sign who will become AS Roma's new kit manufacturer. However, we think that there are not too many options, with various brands that can be dropped out.
For us, there are four brands that are most likely to become Roma's new jersey maker. You can see them below in the order of (our predicted) possibility of the deal.
Possible New AS Roma Kit Makers
- Kappa - Possibility 35%: made Roma's kits until 2012-13 when they broke up their ties similar as with Nike in 2020
- New Balance - Possibility 20%: New Balance lost Celtic and Liverpool - they could have some free sponsorship money
- Puma - Possibility 15%: Never made Roma's kits but signed many teams in recent years
- Adidas - Possibility 15%: Adidas recently signed Celtic and a few other teams
- Another Brand / In-House - Possibility 15%: There are not really any other big brands on the table currently
In fact, according to Italian Roma kit expert @Forza27_RS, Kappa and AS Roma would have already spoken about a possible new partnership. Talks would have been "still at an early stage & there will be other manufacturers worth considering, but Kappa & Roma could be back on the cards".
I have it from a source that #Kappa & #ASRoma have spoken about a possible new partnership. Still at an early stage & there will be other manufacturers worth considering, but Kappa & Roma could be back on the cards.
— Forza27 (@Forza27_RS) July 16, 2020
AS Roma has been sponsored by all major brands in their club history despite Puma. In the 2013-14 season, AS Roma even made their kits in-house before they signed with Nike for the 2014-15 season.
AS Roma's kits featured no kit manufacturer logo until 1980, when Playground became the club's new kit maker.
You can check out old AS Roma's kits on Football Kit Archive
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Cristiano Ronaldo Wears Long Sleeves in 34 Degree Heat Against Uzbekistan
During Portugal's 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Uzbekistan in Houston, Texas, Cristiano Ronaldo caught the attention of kit enthusiasts for his unusual shirt choice. Despite the scorching 34 degrees Celsius heat, the Portuguese captain opted to wear a long-sleeved version of the Puma Portugal 2026 home shirt. Thanks to @jerseystory_vn.
Ronaldo was the only player on the pitch to wear long sleeves during the game. Throughout his career, he has frequently preferred long-sleeved shirts, making it his trademark look, but doing so in such extreme temperatures is highly uncommon. The decision did not seem to impact his performance on the pitch, as he scored a brace to help secure a victory for his national team.
Rangers 26-27 Home Kit Released
Rangers FC and Umbro have officially unveiled the club's new home kit for the 26-27 season. The launch is centered around the theme "Bound By Blue," celebrating the strong connection between the club and its supporters.
The Umbro Rangers 2026-27 home jersey features the club's iconic royal blue base, enhanced by subtle pinstripe detailing incorporated into the fabric. The design utilizes modern Umbro craftsmanship to deliver a clean and traditional look that stays true to the club's heritage.
The new Umbro Rangers 26-27 home kit is available to purchase in stores and online starting Wednesday, June 24.
Nike Cristiano Ronaldo 'Gold' Mercurial Superfly RGN Boots Released
Nike has officially released the special edition Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN football boot to celebrate Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable 20-year career and his legacy on the international stage. The metallic gold and white boots commemorate his unprecedented achievement of scoring in six different World Cup tournaments.
Officially named the Nike Mercurial Superfly RGN SE, the boots feature a striking metallic gold base with white accents. Tech-wise, they are based on the latest Mercurial Superfly, incorporating a 3/4-length Air Zoom unit, Flywire support, and a tacky soft upper finish for optimal ball control.
The Cristiano Ronaldo Nike Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN boots are available from today, June 24, 2026, retailing at 300 USD.
First Real Images: Adidas F50 Hyperfast 26-27 Black Pack Boots Leaked
The first real-life images of the upcoming Adidas F50 Hyperfast Elite boots in a stealthy black colorway have surfaced online, courtesy of Pejie.
Set to be part of a black pack for the 2026-27 season, the boots feature a predominantly black upper highlighted by striking light blue accents across the branding and soleplate.
FC Barcelona Kit Insider Teases Massive Leak
FC Barcelona kit collector and insider @memorabilia1899 has teased a major leak scheduled for today, June 24, stating that it will blow up the timeline and change everything.
While the account is primarily known for highly accurate early information and images of upcoming Barcelona kits, the cryptic nature of the announcement has led to widespread speculation among fans.
Ravenna FC 26-27 Ronaldinho Collaboration Kit Released
Italian Serie C club Ravenna FC has released a special collaboration kit with Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho, who is set to be registered as a player for the 2026-27 season. The announcement, made in Miami, revealed Ronaldinho's multifaceted role as a shareholder, global promotional face, and player aiming to score his final professional goal.
The Nike Ravenna FC 2026-27 Ronaldinho special jersey features a white base paired with elegant gold accents. The standout design element is an enlarged club crest graphic prominently displayed across the front of the shirt. It features Ronaldinho's logo on the left chest instead of the club crest and his iconic number 10.
The Nike Ravenna 2026-27 Ronaldinho collaboration kit is currently available to purchase through the club's dedicated online store.
Portsmouth 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new Portsmouth FC 2026-27 home kit was officially unveiled, preparing the club for the upcoming Championship season. Produced by Nike, the latest shirt celebrates a significant milestone for the local community, honoring 100 years since Portsmouth was granted city status. The launch was accompanied by the official club tagline, "A century of pride, a future of possibility."
Nike's Portsmouth 2026-27 home shirt features the club's traditional blue base, combined with golden logos for a standout look.
Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 CR7 "Gold Scorpion" Boots Leaked
Nike has officially released the limited-edition Mercurial Superfly 11 "Gold Scorpion" football boots to celebrate Cristiano Ronaldo's historic achievement. The Portuguese forward recently became the first player in history to score in six consecutive World Cups, prompting Nike to honor his legacy with this special release.
The Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 CR7 "Gold Scorpion" boots feature a striking gold upper accented with bold red details and a large white Swoosh. The design prominently displays "CR7" branding on the heel area, alongside the signature Superfly details. The golden aesthetic pays homage to Ronaldo's remarkable career and his latest World Cup scoring record.
Targeted at collectors and fans, the Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 "Gold Scorpion" is strictly limited to exactly 2,026 pairs worldwide, referencing the year of the tournament. The boots are available on the Nike SNKRS app starting June 24, 2026.
Campobasso 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Revealed
Italian Serie C side Campobasso FC have officially unveiled their new Nike home, away, and third kits for the 2026-27 season.
They introduce designs based on teamwear but nicely customised by the team.
The home retains the classic stripes, the away comes with a navy vertical stripe, while the third is black and gold.
