Independent from Adidas: Atlético Mineiro to Produce "Manto da Massa" Kit In-House
Atlético Mineiro will continue to release fan designed "Manto da Massa" kits, but technical sponsor Adidas will not produce them.
Atlético Mineiro to Make Manto da Massa Kits In-House
Kit design contests are relatively commonplace in football today, allowing fans and designers to submit their proposals with the online community then voting for the winner. Fiorentina and Borussia Dortmund are a couple of the biggest clubs to use such an initiative, but Atlético Mineiro's 2021 fan-designed effort is probably the one which has achieved the most acclaim so far. They have released one every year since 2020 and given the success of the shirts, the club plan on continuing the tradition.
Adidas 2022 home, away and third shirts for Atlético Mineiro.
Le Coq Sportif produced the first three, but Atlético switched to Adidas earlier this year. Club director Leandro Figueiredo recently explained that during the negotiations with Adidas, it was agreed that the club would produce the 2023 Manto da Massa shirt themselves, with no involvement from Adidas. This way, the club keep all of the revenue generated, which is fundamental to their finances. The club plan on creating their own in-house brand, under whose name the kits will be produced.
Manto da Massa shirts from 2020 to 2022.
Are you glad they will continue to produce fan-designed shirts? Do you think the quality will be affected a result of them being produced in-house? Let us know in the comments.
Argentina Lionel Messi World Cup Kit History
The official Argentina national team account has released a special image paying tribute to Messi’s journey through the FIFA World Cups he has participated in, and is set to participate in, throughout his career. Published just ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the image provides a visual journey through the various kits worn by the legendary captain since his World Cup debut in 2006.
The collage highlights the evolution of Argentina’s home and away kits across six consecutive World Cups, featuring the different designs and squad numbers worn by Messi. It showcases his early days in the number 19 shirt and his iconic, long-standing tenure in the number 10. The graphic serves as a retrospective of his milestones, spanning from his first World Cup appearance in 2006 to the team's historic triumph in the 2022 tournament.
Messi, along with Cristiano Ronaldo and Guillermo Ochoa, became the first three players in history to participate in six consecutive FIFA World Cups during their careers.
Accompanying the graphic is the message "Let's go for one more, LEGEND!", building anticipation for the 2026 World Cup where Argentina will compete as defending champions. The post has sparked nostalgia among fans, with many reminiscing about their favorite classic kits from Messi's international career, particularly the 2006 and 2014 editions.
Chelsea 26-27 Away Kit Leaked + Shorts
Footy Headlines can now leak 4 new pictures of the Nike Chelsea 26-27 away kit. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
The Chelsea 2026-2027 away kit features a solid black base with 'Midwest Gold' Nike logos and graphic patterns on the collar and sleeve cuffs.
The shorts of the Chelsea FC 2026-2027 away uniform are black.
England 2026 World Cup Kit Font Prepared with Laser
Football kit retailer @subsidesports has offered a behind-the-scenes look into their printing operations ahead of the 2026 World Cup. In a recent social media update, the company shared a video of their heat press machinery in action, highlighting the process behind their Fan Style customization service. This service utilizes official typefaces and plotter sheets to apply names and numbers to replica shirts, ensuring an authentic look for supporters.
The short video features what eagle-eyed followers suspect to be a Transmatic REV 5SA heat press, a heavy-duty machine used for professional garment decoration.
One standout detail is that they used lasers to ensure the names and numbers were placed with absolute precision on the back of the jerseys. It’s a testament to Subside Sports’ commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail.