The Super League Won't Happen, But UEFA Should Ban These 6 Kit Rules
Apr 22, 2021, by Chris
There have been many talks about a European Super League this week. It is now certain that the 'money league' won't happen in the near and distant future.
Many UEFA kit rules should be questioned
Inspired by an article by Phil Delves about possible European Super League shirts, we wonder which UEFA kit rules should be questioned to improve the kits of the Champions League and other competitions.
UEFA Kit Rules Restrict Kit Designer's Freedom
Check out a selection of 1990s football shirts below, picture via @FootieShirtz.
First, a bit of history. In the 1990s, football kits got more outstanding and bolder than ever before. This not only meant that they would become a part of fashion and fans' love and disputes, but this also meant that football's government bodies started to regulate them.
Since the early 2000s, the Equipment Regulations strictly regulate how a football kit can look like as many, many things are prohibited. This not includes logical things like the number of sponsors but also elements like the exact sizing and positioning of the manufacturer and the limitation of colors.
1. Allow Logos On All Elements
Collar zone: this area may only contain team identification in accordance with Paragraph 19.01. The collar zone must be free of any manufacturer identifications or sponsor advertising.
UEFA forbids any logos in the collar zone - this means some of the greatest 1990s designs are now forbidden.
2. Allow Three Stripes Without Interruption
Sleeve free zone: this area on each sleeve is reserved exclusively for the badges described in Chapter IX. The sleeve free zone must be free of any team, manufacturer, or other identification or advertising.
Ditch the sleeve free zone so Adidas can do continuous Three stripes again
3. Allow More Than Two Main Colors If There Is No Kit Clash
Colors: If a playing attire item comprises three or more colors, one must be clearly dominant on the surface of that item. For hooped, banded, striped, or checked items (i.e. with two dominant colors), any use of a third color must not dominate or affect the distinctiveness of the shirt or socks.
Allow Multicolor 1990s Goalkeeper kits and jerseys such as Inter*s fourth kit if there is no kit clash
4. Allow Design on Back of Kits
Allow teams to also have the design of the shirt on the back if the number & names are still easily readable.
5. Allow More Than One Logo On Shirt
UEFA kit rules state that no more than two logos may feature on a club's shirt. With the original Roma badge taking the space on the chest, the club had to make a choice between the Lupetto and the 'ASR' letter mark.
6. Allow Bigger Brandings
J.League x Pokémon: 60 Clubs, 60 Pokémon
The J.League has announced one of its most creative collaboration yet, teaming up with Pokémon for the 'Pokémon J.League Fest 'EVOLUTION!'' campaign ahead of the 2026-27 season.
All 60 clubs across J1, J2 and J3 have been paired with their own Pokémon, with the campaign following each Pokémon's evolution throughout the season across official artwork, graphics and promotional content.
The collaboration also celebrates 30 years of Pokémon (1996-2026) while building excitement for the new J.League campaign, which kicks off on 7 August.
Fans attending matches will receive one of one million exclusive EVO BAGs, each featuring Pikachu alongside the home club's partner Pokémon.
This isn't the first crossover between the two either. Back in 2014, the J.League and Pokémon launched the Family Join Days campaign, where young supporters received exclusive Pikachu trading cards at stadiums.
If your favorite club could be paired with any Pokémon, which one would you choose? Let us know in the comments below.
Hoffenheim Call Out Twitter Accounts Promoting Fake Kits
German club TSG Hoffenheim has taken a humorous approach to address a growing trend on social media involving the promotion of counterfeit football shirts. The club's official account posted a sarcastic message mimicking the exact language used by accounts that advertise fake kits. The post claimed to have found a really cool site for authentic shirts of top quality and insisted the endorsement was entirely voluntary, before directing users to a link in the replies.
Instead of linking to a counterfeit retailer, Hoffenheim's reply simply provided the URL to their official club shop. The joke directly targets a widespread practice on social media where various football-focused accounts promote unauthorized replica stores. In exchange for posting these scripted advertisements, the account owners typically receive a small number of free fake kits, valued at around 35 Euros, rather than monetary compensation.
1. FC Nürnberg 26-27 Home Kit Leaked - Official Pictures
The first real pictures of the 1. FC Nürnberg 2026-27 home kit have been leaked online by @Bundesleaker. Made by Adidas, the new FC Nürnberg 2026-27 home jersey will be worn in the UPCOMING 2. Bundesliga season.
Iwate Grulla Morioka 26-27 Home, Away & Goalkeeper Kits Released
Japan Football League team Iwate Grulla Morioka have unveiled new kit collection for 2026-27 season. The designs are made by famous English brand Umbro.
The four kits share two different templates: The white home kit and pink goalkeeper home kit features 3-D diagonal graphic with gradient effect, whereas the red away kit and yellow goalkeeper away kit use outlined stripes along with black and white details.
What do you think of Iwate Grulla Morioka 2026-27 kits? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.
Koper FC 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Slovenian PrvaLiga runners-up Koper FC have introduced their three new kits for 2026-27 season, partner with Macron for the 7th consecutive season.
The home kit featuring a striking yellow base with liquid-like pattern and blue trims. The same design is applied for the third kit, using black and gold as its colorway.
The away kit, on the other hand, uses a reverse pallete compared to the home kit, adding the city's skyline graphic across the chest.
What do you think of Koper FC 2026-27 kits? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.