'Better Than Ever Before' - 2020-21 Heat-Applied 'Plastic' Crests | Best Of
Feb 2, 2021, by Chris
Update: The new 2021 kits from Italian brand Givova for Argentinian teams Belgrano and Banfield come with one-of-a-kind relief logos. They were applied using the brand's 'transfer touch' technique, which allows you to add a relief and ensure a longer duration. Info and pictures via @marcadegol.
Update: The new FC Kobenhavn third shirt comes with a TPU plastic crest that has the pattern from the shirt on it (spotted by @hendocfc). We also added an image of the great crest of the Nike Los Pumas rugby shirt (crest made of raised rubber, but sewn to the jersey for maximum durability - via @marcadegol).
Copenhagen 20-21 Third Kit Crest Features Pattern Of Kit
2020-21 Football Kits Crests
The 2020-2021 football kit release season has brought us a ton of amazing jerseys. Something that already started some years ago is that brands and club swap the traditional stitched logos with head-applied crests - we take a look at the best plastic logos of the 2020-21 season.
Heat-Applied Plastic Logos - 2020-2021 Football Kits
Our examples of head-applied logos reveals that the quality of the "plastic logos" can not be compared to the quality of those crests just some years ago.
The award for the best crest in the 2020-2021 season almost certainly goes to Aston Villa - it is head-applied, with a mix plastic and traditional crest material. The result is an amazing 3D crest.
Italian club L.R. Vicenza Virtus and their supplier Lotto applied their crests in a way we have not seen before - it has a traditional stitched appearance head-applied on the kit.
Of course, there are still 20-21 soccer jerseys with those "horrible" plastic logos. One of them is Borussia Dortmund, whose authentic jersey has a cheap standard plastic logo - Puma's authentic jerseys have those "cheap, unpopular" crests in general.
VfB Stuttgart
Liverpool
Locomotive Moscow:
Leverkusen
Arsenal
Aston Villa:
Juventus
Barcelona - Stitched Crest, Heat-Applied Swoosh
Puma 20-21 Kits - 'Cheap Plastic Logos'
Which greatly head-applied crests have we forgotten to mention here? What do you think of head-applied plastic crests? Do you prefers stitched logos? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Sporting Gijón 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new Sporting Gijón 2026-27 home kit has been officially released. It is made by Siroko, a local Gijón-based brand that is taking over as the club's kit supplier and main sponsor for the first time.
The Siroko Real Sporting de Gijón 2026-27 home shirt features the club's classic red and white stripes. It incorporates gold and yellow details to honor the club's history, alongside the Cruz de la Victoria and the motif "El Club de nuestras vidas".
Despite the strong local connection with the new supplier, the initial fan reaction to the Sporting Gijón 2026-27 home kit has been mixed, with some supporters criticizing the overall execution of the design.
AS Nancy-Lorraine 2026-27 Home Kit Released
French club AS Nancy-Lorraine has officially unveiled its new 2026-27 home kit, made by Decathlon. Drawing inspiration from the club's history, the design pays homage to their 1980s shirts as well as the 2015-16 Ligue 1 promotion kit. The launch is accompanied by the club's slogan, "Chaque maillot a une histoire, la nôtre continue ensemble," emphasizing their traditional red and white identity.
Fans looking to purchase the new AS Nancy-Lorraine 2026-27 home shirt can do so starting at 9 AM on July 5, 2026.
Polonia Warszawa 2026-27 Home Kit Released
The new Polonia Warszawa home shirt for the 2026-27 season was officially released yesterday. Made by Adidas, the kit will be worn in the upcoming Polish I liga campaign.
The Adidas Polonia Warszawa 2026-27 home jersey stays true to the club's famous "Czarnych Koszul" (Black Shirts) nickname, honoring their 115-year tradition. It features a classic black base combined with modern Adidas design elements, created with the intention of being worn by fans every day, not just on matchdays.
The Adidas Polonia Warszawa 2026-27 home football shirt is available to buy via the club's official online store.
Puma Ultraweave Kits Continue to Tear at 2026 World Cup
During the 2026 World Cup, Puma kits have become a major talking point due to a series of high-profile tearing incidents. Across the first four rounds of the tournament, six different shirts have ripped during matches. Players from the Czech Republic, Paraguay, Egypt, and Morocco have all experienced torn jerseys following physical challenges and shirt-pulling on the pitch. Notably, kits from other manufacturers have not suffered from similar durability issues during the competition. Big thanks to @jerseystory_vn.
The root of the problem lies in the construction of the Puma Ultraweave fabric. Designed to be incredibly lightweight at just 72 grams, the material features a four-way stretch recycled polyester blend. While the brand states this ultra-light design was driven by player feedback to reduce weight and drag, the extremely thin fabric has proven highly vulnerable to tearing under the stress of grabbing and pulling in a high-contact sport.
With the knockout stages underway, the durability of the Puma kits remains a concern. Several Puma-sponsored nations are still competing in the tournament, including Austria, Ivory Coast, the Netherlands, Portugal, Senegal, and Switzerland. As the stakes get higher and matches become more physical, fans and kit enthusiasts will be watching to see if the Ultraweave fabric can hold up to the pressure of international football.
V-Varen Nagasaki 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
V-Varen Nagasaki have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 2026-27 season. Made by Fanatics, the new shirts will be worn in the upcoming J1 League campaign, marking the Japanese top flight's transition to a new fall-spring calendar.
The Fanatics V-Varen Nagasaki 2026-27 home shirt features a bespoke design in the club's traditional colors. The away shirt offers a clean contrasting look, while the goalkeeper kits round off the collection with their own distinct colorways. All shirts carry the Fanatics logo on the right chest alongside the V-Varen Nagasaki crest on the left.
The Fanatics V-Varen Nagasaki 2026-27 home and away kits are available to purchase via the club's official online store.
Official: Le Havre Announces Hummel Kit Deal - No More Umbro
French club Le Havre AC has officially announced Hummel as its new kit supplier, starting from the 2026-27 season. This confirms previous reports of the club ending its short-lived partnership with Umbro after just one season.
The official announcement emphasizes the fusion of both brands' rich histories and a deep respect for Le Havre's traditional sky blue and navy colors. Hummel takes over following the bankruptcy of Umbro's French distributor, Royer, which caused significant delivery issues during the previous campaign.
Fans have shared their excitement for the new partnership across social media, anticipating stylish designs that honor the club's heritage. The first Hummel Le Havre kits for the 2026-27 season are expected to be unveiled shortly.
Nike Mamba FC Barcelona 26-27 Away Kit Leaked + Shorts
Footy Headlines can now leak the new official pictures of the Mamba Barcelona 26-27 away kit, including shorts.
The Nike Mamba FC Barcelona 2026-27 away jersey features a purple and black gradient base with gold/iridescent logos and applications.
The kit features the famous quote: “Leave the game better than you found it” inside the collar.