Adidas Bayern Munich 21-22 Third Kit - €140 Authentic vs €90 Replica
Aug 18, 2021, by Pat
Following the release of the FC Bayern 21-22 third kit, we once again take a close look at the differences between the authentic and replica versions of the shirt. Today compare the "Player Issue" (€139.95) of the Adidas Bayern Munich 2021-2022 third kit with the "Fan" (€89.95) version.
Adidas' jersey technologies for 2021-22 are the same as for 2020-21 - HEAT.RDY (authentic) and AEROREADY (replica).
Adidas Bayern Munich 2021-22 Authentic vs Replica Third Shirts
The Adidas Bayern Munich Replica Home shirt is the Fan version, while the Authentic is the "Player Issue" version.
The design of both versions is the same
DesignDesign-wise, Adidas' Bayern Munich 21-22 authentic and replica third jerseys are practically the same. The main differences include the materials used for the various elements including the various logos - the authentic has only heat-applied logos, while the replica has stitched & only some heat-applied logos.
New Trend: Different Collars Authentic vs Replica Kits
However, there's a key difference with the collar and sleeve cuffs, both of which not only feature a different material on the more expensive HEAT.RDY version but also come in two shades of blue compared to just on the replica.
The authentic jersey has a curved hem
The Bayern Munich Adult 21/22 Authentic Third Shirt is the official match shirt worn by the players on the pitch. It is lightweight, has a slim fit and an Adidas-exclusive curved hem. It is made from HEAT.RDY material, which made to maximize your performance workout.
Adidas Authentic 21-22 Kits - Product Details
- Made for the pros - slim-fit, as light as possible
- Heat-transfer cannon to show your support
- Heat-transfer Adidas logo, 3-Stripes, and sponsor name
- Breathable, air-cooling HEAT.RDY technology
- Light front to back drop in hem length to improve freedom of movement
- Ribbed crewneck, slim-fit design
- Ribbed sleeve cuff with tipping
- Woven club motto on inside back hem
- Bayern Munich for Everyone slogan on the inside collar
- Made with Primegreen, a series of high-performance recycled materials
The Bayern Munich 21/22 Third Shirt is a replica shirt made for supporters with a more casual fit. The soft fabric features AEROREADY technology that works to keep moisture third from the body, so you stay dry and comfortable.
Adidas Replica 21-22 Kits - Product Details
- Made for the fan
- Woven cannon on the chest
- Woven Adidas badge of sport
- 3-Stripe tape on shoulders
- Stay dry with AEROREADY technology
- Straight hem shape - regular fit
- Ribbed crewneck
- Ribbed sleeve cuff with tipping
- Bayern Munich for Everyone slogan on the inside collar
- Made with Primegreen, a series of high-performance recycled materials
Conclusion:
If you want to make high-intensity sport in warm conditions wearing the Bayern Munich third kit, you should get the authentic one. The replica is perfect to be worn when watching games but also good for colder conditions as well as easy training sessions.
This is another case where the differences between the two versions are rather excessive, which makes it less appealing to buy the replica.
Did you like this comparison? Which version do you prefer for the unique design of the Bayern Munich 21-22 third kit? Let us know in the comments below.
Special Busan IPark 2026 Retro Kit Released
South Korean K League 2 side Busan IPark have officially unveiled a special retro collection in collaboration with Puma and Korean lifestyle label House of Nangman. Part of the “Heritage Project”, the release celebrates Busan’s first-ever FA Cup triumph in 2004, when the club lifted the trophy on Christmas Day.
The special Puma Busan IPark 2026 retro shirt draws inspiration from the 2004 kit, featuring a bold red and white quartered body with black raglan sleeves and a classic black polo collar. Gold HDC sponsor branding contrasts with white Puma logos, while a custom Busan IPark crest inspired by the city's maritime identity, including the sea and seagulls, completes the chest design.
A stitched “Heritage Project” jock tag and “낭만” (Nangman) lettering on the back neck add further character, while the collection is completed by a vintage-style zip track jacket featuring collaborative embroidered details.
What do you think of the new Busan IPark retro collection? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Weston-super-Mare 26-27 Third Kit Released
English National League South side Weston-super-Mare AFC have officially unveiled their new 2026-27 third kit, made by VX3. Inspired by the seaside town, the shirt features a distinctive maritime theme.
The VX3 Weston-super-Mare 2026-27 third shirt combines a light blue base with navy raglan sleeves and a navy polo collar with gold tipping. Maritime tattoo-inspired graphics featuring ships, anchors, lighthouses, mermaids and seagulls cover the body, with 1948 incorporated into the design to mark the club's founding year.
The back continues the coastal theme with the same tonal illustrations, while a large “Weston-super-Mare Carnival” graphic featuring a carnival mask and feathered headdress is placed on the lower back.
What do you think of the new Weston-super-Mare 2026-27 third kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Piacenza Calcio 26-27 Home Kit Released
Italian Serie D side Piacenza Calcio and kit supplier EYE Sport have officially unveiled the club's new home shirt for the 2026-27 campaign.
The EYE Sport Piacenza Calcio 2026-27 home jersey features the club's classic red base with an all-over tonal sublimated graphic referencing the city's architectural heritage. The shirt is complemented by an elegant white polo collar with a matching front insert, thin white shoulder piping, and white sleeve cuffs decorated with subtle patterned trim.
On the upper back beneath the collar, the Latin inscription "URBS AEMILIAE PRINCEPS" pays homage to Piacenza's historic status along the Via Emilia. The kit is finished with the club's diamond wolf crest on the chest, EYE Sport logos on the chest and sleeves, and contrasting white sponsor branding throughout.