Happy Birthday Capitano - Totti's Top 10 Roma Kits
It's Francesco Totti's birthday today, so we've selected the ten best kits he wore for the club where he spent the entirety of his career, AS Roma.
Totti's Top 10 Roma Kits
Scudetto winning captain of his hometown club, World Cup winner with his country, symbol of his city and generation-spanning icon for fans of the game worldwide, Francesco Totti has a legacy that has no equal. From his 1993 debut, through Serie A's glory days in the 90s all the way into the late 2010s, Totti was an ever present for the side he supported as a boy, even if a falling out with coach Luciano Spalletti limited his game time towards the end of his playing days. Adored not just for his longevity and loyalty, but also the magic he produced with the ball at his feet, it's hard to imagine any player coming close to replicating the career of l'Ottavo Re di Roma in the future.
Across his many years with the first team, Roma had a total of 87 different shirts, according to footballkitrchive.com. Although we can't say for sure if Il Capitano himself played a game in every single one, it's a safe bet to say no other player has worn more Giallorossi shirts than Totti . We've chosen our top 10 from the ones he pulled on for some of his 786 games for Roma.
10. 16-17 Away
The last away kit Totti wore for the club, this stone coloured number came a few years before the off-white trend and was the first Nike Roma shirt to feature the Lupetto logo.
9. 13-14 Home
This clean and simple design was produced in-house after the club cancelled their contract with Kappa over quality issues.
8. 16-17 Special
A deeper shade of maroon and gold trim were used to great effect for this 90th anniversary shirt, with the addition of the SPQR (Senātus Populusque Rōmānus, the motto of ancient Rome) lettering a brilliant use of the vacant space on the front.
7. 02-03 Home
Kappa Kombat, minimal details needed, the perfect balance of main to accent colours and a good-looking sponsor. Almost identical to their Scudetto-winning 00-01 shirt but with a more flattering neckline and a splash more orange on the cuffs.
6. 00-01 Away
A plain white number also from the Kappa Kombat era, the orange outline on the navy Kappa logos and the dark red sponsor logo work together to make what should be a boring shirt beautiful.
5. 99-00 Home
One of a number of fantastic jerseys Diadora produced during their first spell with Roma, this one had giant Lupetti outlines on each sleeve which blended perfectly with the rest of the orange trim.
4. 98-99 Away
Yes it's the same as that season's home jersey but in white, but the accent colours complement the base so well.
3. 02-03 European
As well as great home and away shirts, Kappa produced some quality European efforts for Roma too. The orange sleeves contrasted with the black cuffs and collar put a fresh spin on the typical home colourway and the black shorts finished the job.
2. 98-99 Home
Yes we already put the away shirt of the same template at number four, but both deserve their spots here. Diadora subbing in the Lupetto in place of their own logo for the sleeve taping was a masterstroke. Piping on the shoulders and the polo collar make this a bonafide 90s classic.
1. 92-93 Home
The shirt Totti wore on his debut. The simplicity of the design, the perfectly proportioned two tone colourway and the holy trinity of the Trefoil, the Barilla sponsor and the monochrome Lupetto. Proprio una bellissima maglietta. If the rumours about Adidas returning to the Italian capital are true, they would be fools not to reproduce this shirt.
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Adidas 26-27 Champions League Stage Ball "Revealed"
Although not officially launched yet, the Adidas Champions League 26-27 League Phase Ball made an early appearance during Arsenal's two most recent pre-season friendlies. The ball keeps the iconic white star panels intact, while the surrounding hexagonal sections showcase a vibrant, multi-colored graphic design.
This could very well be the final Champions League League Phase ball produced by Adidas, as Nike is expected to take over as the official match ball supplier for UEFA men's club competitions starting from the 27-28 season.
Big thanks to @jerseystory_vn for spotting this detail and creating the graphic.
River Plate 26-27 Away Kit Released
River Plate and Adidas have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip marks the return of the iconic tricolor look, celebrating the Argentine club's rich history and traditional aesthetic.
The Adidas River Plate 26-27 away shirt features classic vertical stripes combining red and white, separated by thin black pinstripes. Adding a distinct heritage touch, the jersey features the retro Adidas Trefoil logo in red on the right chest alongside the current club crest. The collar and cuffs are styled in crisp white, while black side panels complete the design.
White shorts with black stripes and matching socks complete the primary look of the new River Plate 26-27 away kit, while an alternative black shorts option is also available. The strip is already available for purchase through official club and Adidas channels.
Burnley Announce Emergency Front-of-Shirt Sponsor Change for 26-27 Season
Burnley have officially terminated their front-of-shirt partnership with prop trading company Finotive One just weeks after announcing the deal. UK automotive retailer Vertu Motors has stepped up to become the club's new Official Front of Shirt Principal Partner for the 26-27 season, covering the men's, women's, and academy teams.
The unexpected change comes right at the start of the Championship season, requiring an immediate update to all Castore matchday and replica kits. The updated kits now feature the Vertu wordmark alongside its shield icon across the center of the chest on all playing shirts.
To accommodate fans who already bought the 26-27 replica shirts with the previous sponsor printed on them, Burnley is offering free re-branding to overlay the new Vertu logo onto existing jerseys. Supporters also have the option to return their shirts for a full refund or exchange them for the updated version.
Manchester United 26-27 Third Kit Features Nameset Discrepancy
Manchester United and Adidas have released their new 26-27 third kit, featuring an ivory base with deep red accents and dark green trim inspired by the iconic doors of the Salford Lads and Girls Club.
Following the release, kit collector @TheShirtUnion noticed an interesting detail regarding the custom cup font on the back. In promotional photography featuring Lisandro Martínez, the player name is applied in a classic curved arch across the upper back. However, official product listings on the club's online shop depict player names in a straight horizontal arrangement.
Such variations between promotional photoshoot samples and official store graphics are not unusual for bespoke club cup namesets. While the standard online printing option appears to default to the straight layout, supporters may see the curved style applied during cup fixtures or through select retail printing services.
Al Nassr 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Official Images
Official images of the Al Nassr 26-27 third kit have leaked online, revealing an elegant design crafted by Adidas. The new shirt features a clean off-white base paired with rich gold detailing throughout, giving the Saudi Pro League club a sophisticated look for the upcoming season. Big thanks to @KamilBerberler.
The design is defined by subtle vertical stripes featuring intricate ornamental patterns running down the front and back of the shirt. Metallic gold trim highlights the collar, sleeve cuffs, and the iconic Adidas Three Stripes on the shoulders. The chest displays a monochromatic golden Al Nassr emblem alongside the gold Adidas logo, complemented by matching sponsor branding.
Completing the detailed look, a golden Saudi emblem featuring the palm tree and crossed swords sits on the upper back below the collar. Off-white shorts and socks with matching gold accents complete the full 26-27 third strip.
Atromitos FC 26-27 Home Kit Released
Greek Super League side Atromitos FC and kit manufacturer Capelli Sport have officially revealed the club's new home kit for the 26-27 season.
The Atromitos FC 26-27 home jersey offers a fresh take on the team's traditional white and blue colors. Featuring a white base, the front of the shirt is covered in slanted, diagonal blue graphic lines that form broken vertical stripes. Capelli's signature four-square logo motif appears on the shoulders in blue, alongside the club crest on the left chest and Novibet sponsorship across the middle.
The back of the jersey remains mostly solid white, accented by blue player numbering with a distinct lined font structure and lower-back sponsor branding.
SC Farense 26-27 Away Kit Released
Portuguese club SC Farense and kit supplier Lacatoni have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. Following the earlier reveal of their diagonal black-and-white home shirt, the new away uniform introduces a distinct green design rooted in the team's identity.
The Lacatoni SC Farense 26-27 away jersey features a rich dark green base accented with subtle white pinstripes running vertically down the front. Crisp black and white striping finishes the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs, while the SC Farense crest is positioned on the left chest alongside Lacatoni's logo on the right.
Adding a tailored detail to the back, the shirt includes a large tonal lion graphic embedded into the fabric in reference to the club's Leões de Faro nickname. Main sponsor Barão Rodrigues is printed on the front, accompanied by secondary sponsor logos on the chest, sleeves, and back panel.
FC Dordrecht 26-27 Away Kit Released
Dutch Eerste Divisie club FC Dordrecht and kit supplier Capelli Sport have officially launched the new away kit for the 26-27 season.
The Capelli FC Dordrecht 26-27 away shirt is predominantly white with bold red accents, featuring a red crew-neck collar, red side panels, and Capelli's signature shoulder cubes. The sleeve cuffs incorporate thin black and red striping. A key design element of the jersey is the subtle, light-grey calligraphic script graphic printed across the front, drawing inspiration from local history and featuring historical terms such as Vryheyt.
The shirt is completed with the red Capelli logo on the right chest, the city coat of arms in the center, and the FC Dordrecht crest on the left chest. Main sponsor Keuken Warenhuis appears across the middle in black and red.
Novara FC 26-27 Home Kit Released
Italian club Novara FC and technical sponsor Erreà have officially launched the team's home kit for the 26-27 season.
The Novara FC 26-27 home shirt comes in traditional azure blue, paired with a clean white crew-neck collar and white sleeve cuffs. The front features the classic red shield badge with a white cross on the left chest, white Erreà logos, and the Gorgonzola IGOR sponsor logo centered across the chest.
Customized local touches complete the shirt. The inner neck displays the phrase "Forza Vecchio Cuore Azzurro" alongside graphic outlines of the city shield and the dome of the Basilica of San Gaudenzio, while "Novara FC" is written in white cursive script on the upper back.