Things That Are Bad About Puma's New Innovative 21-22 Kits
Jun 6, 2021, by Chris
Update: The on-pitch debuts of Puma's innovative 2021-22 away kits perfectly shows off what is bad about the kits.
Austria's and Italy's shorts are not fitting, and Uruguay's new away jersey lacks the stars for the 2 World Cups (and two Olympics title considered as World Cups).
Puma this week released new away kits for four of their national teams - Austria, Czech Republic, Italy, and Switzerland. The new Puma kit style split fans' opinion - some things are obviously bad about the new Puma 2021-2022 away kits, and others that are at least questionable...
Some things are not obviously bad
OPINION: Puma's 2021-2022 Away Kits Are Bad
Extremely Small Federations Logos
"Wear your badge with pride" - with the new Puma 21-22 away kits, this is not the case.
The national team crests are very, very small on the kits, which is somehow a disgrace for the great crests. For example, the great Czech Republic crest is so small that it is hardly visible.
The Czech Republic lettering is there in English
Replica with different collar
What is only visible on closer inspection is that new Puma jerseys have an "MLSesque" detail. The player version comes with a round neck, while the fan version has a V-neck.
Of course, there are also the other differences between authentic and replica versions, but a different collar between the two versions is something previously only known from the MLS.
Shirts Combined With Old Shorts & Socks
Puma did not release new shorts and socks for the new 2021-2022 national team away kits - this means that Austria's kit is combined with unfitting turquoise-blue shorts, for example.
Great Kits Not Used At Euro 2020
What is also bad about Puma's new 21-22 away kits is that we won't see the brand's stunning 20-21 away kits in the EURO.
When directly compared side by side, it becomes obvious that the 21-22 away kits are no upgrade in terms of design, except for the Czech Republic certainly.
Kits Have Only Subtle Bespoke Details
The new Puma 21-22 away kits do not feature very bespoke designs, in contrast to their 20-21 away jerseys. The Czech Republic and Switzerland kits look almost identical from distance.
What makes the kits bespoke is just a very subtle Jacquard print.
Czech Republic Lettering in English
What is also strange is that the Czech Republic lettering is there in English, while others have the name in the local language (spotted by @rolarawei) It should be "Česká Republika" if Puma would follow the style of the others.
- Italia - in Italian
- Suisse - in French (official language)
- Österreich - in german (official language)
- Czech Republic - in English???
Look Like Training Tops
Another criticism is that the new Puma 21-22 away kits look like training tops. We can not deny it, but that's something that is not obviously bad - some will like it, others not.
Loss of value of Old Kits
What is bad for people is that the fact the 20-21 away kits won't be worn at the Euro means that have lost in value. The now old Puma Austria and Switzerland 2020-21 away kits are available for just 17 Euros at some stores currently.
Uruguay Away Kit Lacks Stars
Puma 2021-2022 Away Kits - Cons
- Tiny national team badges
- No new shorts and socks
- Original 'Euro 2020' away kits not used at Euro
- Inconsistent naming on kits
- 2020-21 away kits suffer a loss of value
- Look like training tops
- Old away jerseys suffer a loss of value
What's your opinion on the new Puma 2021-22 away kits? Comment below.
Sturm Graz 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
The new Sturm Graz home, away, and third kits for the 26-27 season were officially unveiled today. Produced by Nike, the new kits will be worn by the Austrian Bundesliga club during their upcoming domestic and European campaigns.
The Nike SK Sturm Graz 26-27 home jersey has a no-nonsense design in black, anthracite and white. It boasts a dual tone quarter design with a tonal Nike logo.
The collection is rounded off by the Nike Sturm Graz 26-27 away and third shirts, which provide distinct alternative looks for the team's travels. Notably, the third option is once again designated as the 'Steiermark' kit, paying tribute to the club's home region of Styria. The away is white with black pinstripes.
Erzgebirge Aue 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
German club FC Erzgebirge Aue has officially unveiled its new Nike home kit for the 26-27 season. Launched under the motto 'noble and tradition-conscious', the new shirt will be worn during the team's upcoming campaign in the Regionalliga Nordost.
Produced by Nike, the Erzgebirge Aue 26-27 home kit features a the usual purple base color, complemented by subtle white stripes. In contrast to the home kit, the away and third kits have very basic looks.
England vs Norway 2026 World Cup Quarter-Final Kit Matchup Confirmed
The kit matchup for the 2026 World Cup quarter-final between England and Norway has been confirmed ahead of their clash in Miami on July 11. England will be wearing an all-white combination, while Norway will take to the pitch in a red, navy, and navy setup.
Norway’s choice of navy shorts and socks with their red home shirt provides a strong contrast against England's uniform. Still, it is an unexpected choice.
Norway utilized an all-red variant in their matches against Iraq and France, before wearing their traditional red, white, and blue combination in the round of 16 against Brazil.
Monterrey 26-27 Home Kit Released
Puma has officially unveiled the new CF Monterrey 26-27 home kit, bringing a classic yet locally inspired design to the Mexican club. Launched under the campaign slogan EnLaVidaYEnLaCancha, the new jersey pays tribute to the team's passionate fanbase, the city of Monterrey, and its cultural identity.
The CF Monterrey 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional blue and white vertical stripes. It is styled with an odd one-button crewneck collar. Adding a contrasting pop of color to the striped base, the Puma Big Cat logos on the chest and sleeves are applied in red.
Hellas Verona 26-27 Home Kit Released
Hellas Verona and Joma have officially unveiled the club's new home kit for the 26-27 season. The launch featured a special appearance by club legend Preben Elkjaer Larsen, presenting the new shirt against the backdrop of Porta Nuova, a monumental gateway to the city's historic center.
The Joma Hellas Verona 26-27 home jersey boasts a modern cross design - a mainly navy-blue base is combined with a fading cross.
Additional bespoke details complete the design. The phrase "Dai Verona" is printed on the back of the collar, while the inside of the neck reads "We Are Hellas", emphasizing the strong connection between the club and its fanbase. The Hellas Verona 26-27 home strip is rounded off with blue shorts and blue socks.
FC Metz 26-27 Away Kit Released
The new FC Metz 26-27 away kit was officially released this evening.
The Kappa FC Metz 26-27 away shirt introduces a stylish look in white with a standout collar im green, black and orange.
England Euro 2028 Home Kit Concept Based on Leaked Nike Template
Following on our leak of the Nike 28-29 template, kit designer @podders1981 has created a concept showing how the England Euro 2028 home shirt could look. The template, which is set to be used for the upcoming European Championship, introduces distinct new paneling and details that will shape the design of future national team kits.
The England Euro 2028 concept features a traditional white base combined with striking red accents on the collar and side panels, seamlessly adapting the new Nike template elements to the classic Three Lions aesthetic.
While this is simply a fan prediction based on the leaked technical drawings, it offers an early glimpse into how Nike's upcoming design language might be applied to their elite national teams when the tournament arrives.
Bradford City 26-27 Away Kit Released
Bradford City AFC has officially revealed its new 26-27 away kit, made by Macron. The release was confirmed by the club earlier today, with the new strip available to purchase immediately online and in-store starting July 8.
The Macron Bradford City 26-27 away shirt introduces a clean design with a geometric pattern running throughout the fabric. The predominantly white base is contrasted by distinct amber and claret trim, ensuring the club's traditional colors remain prominent on the collar and cuffs.
Fans have quickly noted the retro feel of the Macron Bradford City 26-27 away kit. The overall look serves as a nostalgic throwback to the Bradford City home shirt worn between 1978 and 1981, effectively blending historical inspiration with modern styling for the upcoming season.
Adidas Celebrates Messi and Argentina Following World Cup Comeback
Following Argentina's 3-2 comeback victory against Egypt in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Adidas Football has posted an image to celebrate Argentina & Lionel Messi. The brand posted a simple message featuring five goat emojis alongside their campaign hashtag #YouGotThis, acknowledging the captain's status as the Greatest of All Time.
The match was a rollercoaster for the defending champions, who found themselves trailing 2-0. Despite Messi missing a penalty in the first half, a late surge saw Argentina score three goals to win the game.
The post aligns with Adidas' ongoing Trionda campaign and their continuous support for the Argentine legend during the tournament. The timely reaction highlights the strong connection between the brand and one of their most iconic athletes on the global stage.
