Official: Adidas Suspend Russia Kit Deal
Update: Adidas have suspended their partnership with the Russian Football Union (RFS) with immediate effect, a company spokesperson said on Tuesday. The spokesperson did not give additional details.
Russia will not play any official matches in the near future. It remains to be seen if and how the Russian Football Union (RFS) react, and which kits they will wear in a possible next match.
February 28, 2022: Adidas to End Russia Kit Deal?
On Monday, FIFA and UEFA announced that Russian clubs and national teams are suspended in all their football competitions until further notice. Will Russia's kit maker Adidas react soon and terminate their deal?
Adidas Have Not Yet Commented On The Russia Kit Deal
Adidas have been making the kits of the Russian national teams since 2009. In 2018, The Russian Football Union (RFU)and Adidas extended their cooperation until 2022.
Adidas' have a strong market position in the former eastern bloc
Adidas so far did not comment on their partnership with the RFU. We strongly expect that the pressure for Adidas to react will increase in the coming days, especially with the decision of FIFA/UEFA to ban Russia until further notice.
Adidas just told local newspaper nordbayern that "The protection and safety of our employees is, of course, our top priority".
Less Than 3%: Adidas have earned around 550 million USD in Russia in 2021
Sales for the Russia/CIS market have no longer been reported separately since 2021; at the end of 2020, the share of total earnings was around 2.9 percent.
Adidas have a long history in the former eastern bloc. They had been already making the kits of the Soviet Union in the 1980s.
Reebok, Nike and Adidas have been Russia's kit makers in their history.
Do you think Adidas will remain Russia's kit maker? Comment below.
Portugal Players to Wear Special Diogo Jota Tribute Bracelets at 2026 World Cup
The Portugal national team will wear special tribute bracelets throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup in memory of Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away last summer. The initiative comes from Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, who personally gifted the custom accessories to the players and staff ahead of the tournament.
Each custom bracelet features the individual player's name alongside Diogo Jota's name, serving as a constant reminder of their late teammate. The squad is set to keep the bracelets on during all of their matches in the World Cup, honoring Jota's legacy on the biggest stage in international football.
Manchester United 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - 7 New Pictures
Footy Headlines can now leak 7 new pictures of the Manchester United 26-27 third kit. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
The Manchester United 26-27 third kit is inspired by the Lancashire rose and pays homage to the Salford Lads Club, incorporating design elements from the club's entrance signage.
The kit is mainly off-white with dark green and maroon accents, featuring a Lancashire rose pattern on the shirt and shorts, and a bespoke sign-off badge on the back collar with 'Manchester United Football Club' text.
EXCLUSIVE: Adidas To Release 'Chaos vs Control' Boots Pack - 2026 World Cup Finals?
Adidas will release a new 'Chaos vs Control' soccer cleat pack on July 8. The Adidas Chaos vs Control pack might serve as a special 2026 World Cup boots pack, with a timing that would be perfectly placed to capitalize on the tournament's peak stages as the knockout rounds get underway.
We have no further details about the Adidas Chaos vs Control pack yet, but the name suggests a striking two-sided design concept, representing the two opposing boots - Predator & F50 Hyperfast.
The Adidas Chaos vs Control pack will be available from Wednesday, July 8.
What are you expecting from the new Adidas cleat pack? Let us know in the comments below.
