"LEAKED": Puma To Scrap "Laser Cut Holes" & Introduce New Heat-Applied Crests For 2021-22 Authentic Kits?
Dec 16, 2020, by Chris
Puma this week released the first football kits based on their new 2021 template - the 2021 Shimizu S-Pulse home, away and goalkeeper kits. With it, we get a first official look at a Puma 2021 template.
The ventilation holes of Puma's authentic kits were introduced in late 2019 for the brand's EURO 2020 kits. That new feature was obviously not invented by Puma as Nike's kits already featured it in 2012.
Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 Kits Give First Look At New 2021 Puma Template
Authentic Milan 21-22 kit with "laser cut holes".
The new Puma S-Pulse 2021 jerseys boast unique looks based on a new Puma template for 2021. The new Puma template is nothing extraordinary. It comes with raglan sleeves and a single stripe on the shoulders area, so it are two other elements that make it interesting.
First, the new Puma Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 kits come without the laser cut holes, in contrast to last season's shirt. This is a clear indicator that Puma's 2021-22 authentic kits won't feature them.
Second, the Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 kits seem to have a new heat-printed Puma logo that does not look as cheap as those from current authentic kits. It is much thicker for a more premium appearance. The crest material looks also a bit different.
BVB 20-21 Authentic Kit
However, as of today, it is not certain that Puma's 2021-2022 European authentic jerseys for BVB, Man City and others will have the same new features. But at least for the laser cut holes we are pretty sure they are gone for 2021-22.
Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 Kit
Stay tuned for more about the authentic Puma 2021-22 football kits and their technology in the coming months.
BVB 20-21 Authentic Kit
Do you like the Shimizu S-Pulse 2021 kits and the template they are based on? What do you think of Puma likely ditching the laser cut holes after just one year? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Liverpool Debut 26-27 Away Kit
Liverpool debuted their new 2026-27 away kit in yesterday's pre-season friendly against Wrexham. The design delivers a simple yet refined look, combining timeless elegance with a strong sense of the club's traditional identity on the pitch.
The kit is inspired by the club's mid-1980s jerseys as well as the match tickets used during the 1970s.
AD Mérida 26-27 Home Kit Released
Spanish Primera Federación club AD Mérida has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season, made by technical partner Macron. Launched under a campaign highlighting the club's history and regional identity, the design continues the long-standing partnership between the Extremaduran side and the Italian sportswear brand.
The AD Mérida 26-27 home shirt features a crisp white body paired with bold green sleeves and shoulders. Black and white detailing trims the sleeve cuffs and collar, which also features a dark front v-insert. The Macron Hero logo is applied in black on the right chest and shoulders, while the club crest is placed over the left chest above central sponsor lettering.
On the back, green player names and numbers with dark outlines complement the overall look, finishing a sleek design for the upcoming campaign.
Inter San Carlos 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Newly promoted Costa Rican Liga Promerica side Inter San Carlos have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season, made by local sports brand Monarca. The new jerseys will be worn as the club makes its top-flight debut in Costa Rican football following their recent promotion.
The Inter San Carlos 26-27 home kit comes in green, featuring dark green vertical panels decorated with a bold jaguar spot pattern. Thin gold pinstripes run down the jersey, complemented by gold detailing on the collar and sleeve cuffs alongside white sponsor logos.
Completing the set, the Inter San Carlos 26-27 away jersey opts for a clean white base highlighted by faint feline spot graphics across the chest. Gold vertical pinstripes line the body, while green accents on the collar, sleeve cuffs, and sponsor branding finish off the design.
Adidas Originals River Plate 26-27 Retro Bag Leaked
Footy Headlines can share an image of the River Plate 2026-27 football bag, featuring a retro-inspired design. It comes with the Trefoil logo and a historic River Plate crest inspired by the club's first-ever emblem, which was used between 1918 and 1928.
Dortmund 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Launch Soon
@opaleak has shared a promo image of Borussia Dortmund's new 2026-27 third kit ahead of its official release. It is set to be released today, July 30.
National Team Crest Evolutions
Renowned football designer Emilio Sansolini (@EmilioSansolini) has published a comprehensive visual overview highlighting the evolution of national team crests around the world. Titled 'Then & Now', the graphics showcase dozens of international football federations, comparing their previous badges directly with their current modern redesigns.
The visual collection covers major footballing nations alongside smaller federations across all major continental confederations. High-profile rebrands featured in the comparison include France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States, illustrating the widespread shift toward minimalist aesthetics, modernized heraldry, and sleeker digital styling over the past decade.
While many modern redesigns aim to create cleaner, more scalable digital logos, fan reactions to these visual shifts remain mixed. Minimalist updates for nations like Spain, Mexico, and South Korea have often sparked debate regarding traditional heritage versus modern branding, whereas updates for federations such as Iceland, Costa Rica, and Venezuela have generally received praise for introducing fresh identity concepts.