Genoa to Leave Castore For Kappa After Just One Year
Update: Genoa are set to leave Castore to join Kappa after just one year, it is circulating in well-informed Genoa circles. Kappa already had made Genoa's shirts from 2019 until 2022.
Genoa to Return to Kappa After Just One Year - Castore Kits With 70% Off
Indeed, there is also a 70% discount on Castore merchandise. This further adds to the story, even though it, of course, does not confirm it.
Kappa x Genoa Kits - 2019-2022
18 February 2023: Exclusive: Genoa to Leave Castore Due to Severe Problems?
There have been problems from the very start of Genoa's time with Castore and the Serie B club are allegedly considering a return to previous sponsor, Kappa.
Genoa's Problems with Castore - Return to Kappa Next Season?
Italian Serie B side Genoa were one of several clubs signed by Castore as part of their European expansion last summer and they have encountered numerous problems with the brand in their short time working together. Footy Headlines has been informed that the club have communicated internally that there will be a return to Kappa next season. We cannot yet verify this information, but we can explain Genoa's grievances with the Castore.
Genoa wore Kappa gear for most of their pre-season campaign.
Since the beginning, it has not been smooth sailing. The club did not receive any clothing from Castore for their pre-season preparation so they continued to train and play in Kappa gear until the beginning of August. They received their new home kits just in time for their first competitive game of the season on August 8th.
The delayed deliveries did not end there. Genoa's first team had to wait until December before their warm winter jackets arrived, while some of their youth teams did not receive these garments until January. In the meantime, they were forced to use last season's Kappa jackets.
Genoa's fans have been frustrated by similar supply issues. They have been able to buy match kits sand some basic training wear from the club shop, but they are unimpressed by the limited options available to them. Polo shirts, hoodies, rain jackets and accessories such as hats and gloves are absent from the store, while the club's online shop was temporarily removed from the website without warning.
None of the training tops or jackets pictured above are available from the club's online shop.
The online shop has since returned, so site maintenance is the likeliest explanation, but it still contains much less stock than those of other Castore sponsored teams. Fans have also noticed that Castore regularly share posts on social media from the teams they sponsor following good results, but that Genoa are never among these posts, despite currently being placed second in Serie B.
The Future
We cannot confirm if Genoa have already made the decision to ditch Castore, although there is talk of this prospect around the club and the city of Genova. Castore are focused on growing their brand and signing more and more football teams. It would create very bad publicity for them if Genoa were to cancel their deal because of the various problems they encountered. We expect Castore to try to repair the relationship with Genoa in order to protect their brand image and reputation, especially when there are already question marks over the quality of their products. Whether Genoa can be convinced to stick with them is another question.
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Mantova 1911 26-27 Away Kit Released
Italian club Mantova 1911 and Adidas have officially unveiled the club's new away shirt for the 26-27 season. The new kit introduces a refined design that will be worn throughout their upcoming campaign.
The Adidas Mantova 1911 26-27 away jersey is predominantly red, featuring a classic polo collar with white contrast detailing. White accents are applied to the collar trim, sleeve cuffs, and the Adidas logo on the right chest, offering a clean contrast against the base color. The club crest sits prominently on the left chest, accompanied by sponsor logos across the front.
Red shorts and red socks complete the full kit. Mantova's new away uniform has already debuted on the pitch during pre-season action and is available via official club outlets.
FC Barcelona 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Long-Sleeve Version
Official studio images of the long-sleeve version of FC Barcelona's 26-27 third kit have surfaced online via Barca shirt collector @memorabilia1899, giving fans a complete look at the retro-inspired shirt ahead of its upcoming official presentation.
Designed by Nike, the FC Barcelona 26-27 third shirt pays homage to the classic 1996-97 Kappa away kit. It features a light teal base with a distinctive vertical zigzag split down the center. Navy accents appear on the collar and cuffs, complemented by subtle red piping along the shoulder seams. The design is completed with a traditional full-color Barcelona crest, a navy Spotify sponsor emblem, and a pink Nike Swoosh.
Xerez Deportivo 26-27 Away Kit Released
Spanish club Xerez Deportivo FC has officially unveiled its new away kit for the 26-27 season, made by technical sponsor Macron. The new design introduces a refined and elegant color scheme for the team's upcoming campaign.
The Macron Xerez Deportivo 26-27 away shirt features a deep maroon base, complemented by golden accents throughout. A monochrome version of the club crest, along with the Macron logo and front sponsors, are all applied in matching gold. The shirt is framed by gold and cream trim along the crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs, while a subtle tonal pattern adorns the front panel to add texture to the overall aesthetic.
Maroon shorts and socks with gold detailing complete the new Xerez DFC 26-27 away strip.
Al-Ittihad 26-27 Away Kit Released
Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad and Nike have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. Following the reveal of their home strip last month, the new away uniform introduces a refined design deeply rooted in local culture and heritage.
The Nike Al-Ittihad 26-27 away jersey features a light grey base paired with contrasting black trim on the collar, sleeve cuffs, and side panels. A subtle tonal pattern flows across the body, taking inspiration from traditional Arabic calligraphy and the historic architecture of Jeddah's Al-Balad district. Gold accents complete the look, highlighting the Nike Swoosh and the framing around the club crest. The strip is complemented by black sponsor branding, including Al Balad Development Co across the chest.
The new Al-Ittihad 26-27 away kit is now available through official club outlets and select retail stores.
Al Rayyan SC 26-27 Away Kit Released
Qatari club Al Rayyan SC and technical sponsor Joma have officially launched the new away kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip introduces a sleek blackout design for the upcoming campaign.
The Joma Al Rayyan 26-27 away jersey is predominantly black with dark metallic grey detailing throughout. A subtle checkered pattern is applied to the round collar and sleeve cuffs, along with faint vertical checkered bands running down the body. All logos, including the club crest, Joma branding, and sponsor graphics, appear in tonal dark grey to maintain the stealth look.
The club's founding year, 1967, is printed on the upper back just below the collar. Matching black shorts and socks complete the full Al Rayyan SC 26-27 away strip.
Atlético Sanluqueño 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Spanish side Atlético Sanluqueño and Italian brand Macron have officially revealed the club's new home, away, and third kits for the 26-27 season. The new collection offers a mix of traditional style, retro aesthetics, and a special local tribute.
The Atlético Sanluqueño 26-27 home kit stays true to heritage with classic green and white vertical stripes across the front and lower back, finished with a green crew neck collar and green sleeve cuffs. It is complemented by black shorts and green socks. Meanwhile, the away kit takes on a refined off-white base featuring maroon collar and cuffs, a simplified circular crest, and thin yellow and blue chest stripes.
Completing the set is the dark green 26-27 third kit, which incorporates bright neon green central striping and matching trims. The most notable detail of the third shirt is a printed portrait graphic on the lower front honoring the famous flamenco guitarist Manolo Sanlúcar, who passed away in 2022.
CD Badajoz 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Spanish club CD Badajoz and technical partner Macron have officially launched the team's new kit collection for the 26-27 season. Unveiled under the campaign theme "La piel del Gigante," the new kit range pays homage to the history and identity of Badajoz through tailored design elements across every shirt.
The CD Badajoz 26-27 home kit maintains the club's iconic black and white vertical stripes, enhanced by thin gold pinstripe details and an embossed graphic pattern depicting historic city symbols and lions. The away kit adopts a clean gold base color paired with black accents and a monochromatic badge. Completing the lineup, the third kit comes in purple with fine tonal vertical pinstripes and a classic white collar, alongside a vibrant orange goalkeeper kit.
Al-Hussein SC 26-27 Away Kit Released
Jordanian Pro League champions Al-Hussein SC have officially revealed their new away kit for the 26-27 season, designed and manufactured by Spanish sportswear brand Kelme.
The Al-Hussein SC 26-27 away jersey features a predominantly black base highlighted by bright yellow side panels, yellow trim on the V-neck collar, and matching accents. A detailed, sublimated dark graphic pattern runs across the front of the body, adding visual texture to the overall look. The Kelme logo on the right chest and the Al-Hussein SC crest on the left chest both stand out in bright yellow.
Crafted from performance-focused breathable fabrics with rapid-ventilation technology, the kit is built to provide peak comfort for players and supporters throughout the upcoming 26-27 campaign.
AEK Athens 26-27 Home Kit Released
AEK Athens and Nike have officially launched the club's new home kit for the 26-27 season. Returning to a classic aesthetic, the shirt features traditional black and yellow vertical stripes running down the body and sleeves, accompanied by a clean black collar and matching cuff accents.
The Nike Swoosh is rendered in white on the right chest, opposite the official AEK FC crest on the left, with main sponsor Pame Stoixima placed centrally across the front. Alongside the traditional home shirt, the club also revealed two goalkeeper jerseys for the 26-27 campaign.
