Should Bayern Lift the Ban on Blue for Their Home Kits?
After Hector Bellerin and co sported vintage Real Betis shirts recently to celebrate their Copa del Rey victory, German attacker Thomas Müller followed their example in donning a mid 90s Bayern Munich jersey for a more personal celebration, the occasion of signing his new contract with the club.
Bayern kits are not allowed to feature any colors except red and white since 2018
Bayern's history of blue and red home kits dates back to 1969 and the early 1970s.
Colors Banned Since 2018: Müller Wears Vintage Bayern Shirt
Among the last remaining one club men, Müller joined Bayern's youth team in 2000 and has been with them ever since. The photo of him wearing their 95-97 home shirt was a recreation of a photo from his childhood in which we see a young, Munich-obsessed Müller sitting on his bed, kitted out with the same shirt amongst a host of Bayern memorabilia. It's fair to say he made the right choice in dropping the goalkeeper gloves if his 224 goals for the Bavarians are anything to go by.
His new contract will see him remain at the club until 2024. A part of the first team since the 08-09 season, Müller has worn plenty of different jerseys in his career, with the 14-15 home shirt coming closest to the 95-97 kit in terms of design. Unbeknownst to him at the time, it would be the last Bayern home shirt he would wear to feature blue so prominently, as the club decided in 2018 to use only red and white for their home kits going forward.
The 22-23 home kit could be the most unpopular home shirt in history
Although the decision came as a result of fan protests, it is something of a shame from a neutral's point of view, as the blue and red striped kits were some of Bayern's best of their respective decades, giving the club an alternative to repetitive red kits with a splash of white trim. At least they were able to use this opportunity to break out one of their more colorful jerseys.
Are Adidas running out of ideas?
Indeed, the Bayern home kits have become less and less popular among kit fans in the past years, with the 22-23 home kit being the most unpopular Bayern kit ever on Football Kit Archive.
For Adidas, Bayern's decision to have red and white only is not favorable. The decision was forced by the club's die-hard fans, possibly also because of the navy shorts of the 2018-19 home kit. We think many ordinary Bayern fans would love to see more variety with the kits.
Would you like to see Bayern Munich wear blue and red home kits again? Or are you happy with the club's decision to stick to two tone designs? Have your say below.
Petrolul Ploiești 26-27 Away Kit Released
The new Petrolul Ploiești 26-27 away kit was released today. It is made by Macron and will be worn in the upcoming 2026-27 Romanian Liga I season.
Manufactured by Italian sportswear brand Macron, the Petrolul Ploiești 2026-2027 away shirt provides a fresh alternative design for the club's travels. It features Macron's standard performance template and detailing, tailored specifically for the Romanian side as they look ahead to their new domestic campaign.
Fans can expect the Macron Petrolul Ploiești 26-27 away uniform to be available for purchase through the club's official physical and online retail channels.
FC Noah 26-27 Home Kit Released
Armenian club FC Noah has unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season. Made by Adidas, it will be worn in the upcoming Armenian Premier League and UEFA Conference League campaigns.
The Adidas FC Noah 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional black and white colors, but introduces a highly bespoke graphic design on the front. This bold central element even prompted questions from fans online about whether it was a main sponsor logo or an integrated pattern.
The club clarified that the eye-catching graphic on the Adidas FC Noah 26-27 home jersey represents the wings of Bazé, the team's new symbol. The Bazé signifies a constant drive to rise higher and the ability to strike the target at the right moment.
Adding to the local inspiration, the Adidas FC Noah 26-27 home football shirt incorporates patterns depicting the basalt columns of the Symphony of Stones. This natural monument, formed by cooling volcanic lava, symbolizes the harmony of nature. The Armenian flag is also visible on the kit, rounding out a design inspired by the natural landmarks of the Armenian Highlands.
FC Noah will debut the Adidas 26-27 home kit on July 23, 2026, when they face Moldovan side Zimbru in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League.
VSG Altglienicke 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new VSG Altglienicke 26-27 home kit has been released. It is made by Uhlsport and will be worn in the upcoming Regionalliga Nordost campaign.
Pictures of the new uhlsport design were recently shared online, providing a detailed look at the new shirt for the German fourth-tier side. Interestingly, VSG Altglienicke's official social media accounts have not yet posted about the kit launch.
The team will debut the VSG Altglienicke 26-27 home kit during their pre-season preparations before the competitive matches begin.
SC Kriens 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Swiss club SC Kriens has officially unveiled its new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. Produced by Erima, the new shirts will be worn as the team makes its return to the Swiss Challenge League following their recent promotion.
The Erima SC Kriens 26-27 home and away strips feature clean designs tailored for the club's upcoming campaign in the second tier of Swiss football. The new kits embrace the traditional green and white identity of the team, offering a smart look as they prepare for the challenges of the higher division.
Both the home and away SC Kriens 26-27 kits will be worn throughout the year as the club aims to secure its place back in the Challenge League. The new Erima SC Kriens 26-27 jerseys provide a fitting and updated aesthetic for the promoted side.
Adidas Floats Giant 2026 World Cup Final Ball and Trophy Down the Hudson River
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium, Adidas launched a massive promotional stunt in New York City. The brand sent a giant replica of the FIFA World Cup Trophy alongside an enormous version of the Adidas Trionda Final match ball floating down the Hudson River.
The large inflatables caught the attention of fans and locals as they navigated the waterways near the host city. This activation is part of a series of river-based promotions by Adidas during the tournament, which previously included a giant cutout of Spanish youngster Lamine Yamal earlier in the summer.
The display prominently features the official final match ball, generating excitement before the concluding match. It provided a spectacular photo opportunity with the New York skyline as the backdrop for the climax of the 2026 World Cup.
