Confirmed: Full Three Stripes Removed For Adidas Italy 125 Years Anniversary Kit Debut
Jun 15, 2023, by Chris
Update: Italy have debuted their 125th anniversary kit against Spain, confirming that the Three Stripes are only on the shoulders for the match version. Additionally, there is no special 125th Anniversary badge on the lower right.
Italy 2023 125th Anniversary Kit - On-Pitch
Italy 2023 125th Anniversary Kit - No Badge On Lower Right Above Hem
Italy 2023 125th Anniversary Kit - Full Look
Update: Pre-match pictures confirm that the Adidas Italy 125 Years Anniversary Kit will debut without the full three stripes. This is because of UEFA regulations and the so-called "Sleeve Free Zone" in particular. All other elements of the Italy 2023 125th anniversary match version are the same as for the retail edition.
Adidas Italy 125th Anniversary Kit - Retail (Full Three Stripes) vs Match Version (Stripes on Sleeves Only)
Adidas Italy 125th Anniversary Kit - Player Sizing Detail
Interestingly, the special fabric of the Adidas Italy 125th Anniversary Kit is so thin that it is possible to see which shirt size each player is wearing. Verratti wears a a Size S, and Bonucci and Chiesa both wear a Size L.
14 June 2023: Exclusive: Adidas Italy 125 Years Anniversary Kit to Be Adjusted for Debut
In an exclusive leak, Footy Headlines can reveal that the Adidas Italy 125 Years Anniversary Kit will undergo changes for its on-pitch debut. The alterations are necessary to align with UEFA regulations and enhance performance during matches.
Retail Version
No official pictures yet - We created a visual representation of how it would appear using the FIFA Kit Creator.
There are no pictures of the on-pitch version of the Adidas Italy 125 Years Anniversary kit yet. It will be seen for the first time on Thursday evening at the latest - when Italy face Spain in the UEFA Nations League semi-finals.
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1. Adidas Italy 2023 Anniversary Kit to Feature Stripes on Shoulders Area Only
One noticeable modification will be the absence of full three stripes on the sleeves, as UEFA regulations require a free zone on the sleeves of the kit.
Sleeve Free Zone: UEFA do not allow full Three Stripes since around 2008
The Sleeve Free Zone will feature the UEFA Nations League logo on the right sleeve and the UEFA Foundation for Children logo on the left sleeve.
2. Adidas Italy 2023 Anniversary Kit Shorts to Feature No Pockets in Match
Additionally, the kit will not feature pockets, which are an exclusive feature of the retail version. Pockets are, of course, unsuitable for optimal performance on the pitch.
Adidas introduced pockets to football shorts with the Jamaica 2023 home and away kits, making them better suitable for everyday wear (it is easy to understand why it is favorable to have pockets off the pitch).
Adidas Italy 125 Anniversary Kit - Match Version With Badges
While there is speculation about other potential changes, such as the removal of the anniversary text below the logo and the special label on the lower left, these alterations have not been confirmed yet.
It's worth noting that the match-worn kit will remain exclusive to the players and will not be available for sale to the public. Fans will have to settle for replicas of the modified anniversary kit once it becomes available.
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No More Kappa: Adidas Le Mans FC 26-27 Home and Away Kits Released
French club Le Mans FC has officially launched its new home and away kits for the 26-27 season, marking the beginning of a new supplier deal with Adidas. Taking over from previous manufacturer Kappa, the German brand has signed a contract running until 2030 to supply technical apparel for the team.
The Le Mans 26-27 home shirt features a bold vertical stripe design combining the club's traditional red and yellow colors with beige detailing. The 26-27 away kit comes in predominantly yellow with a horizontal red chest band trimmed in white, paired with red Adidas details on the shoulders and chest. These new primary options join the previously released 26-27 third shirt, which features a green and white checkered graphic inspired by the famous local motorsport racing heritage. All three shirts are now available through the club's official store.
FC Dordrecht 26-27 Home Kit Released
Dutch Eerste Divisie club FC Dordrecht has officially launched its new home kit for the 26-27 season, crafted by Capelli Sport. The new uniform stays true to the club's traditional color scheme while offering a refined visual design for the upcoming campaign.
The FC Dordrecht 26-27 home shirt features a green base decorated with a subtle geometric grid graphic pattern across the torso. A prominent white horizontal hoop runs across the chest, framing the main sponsor text. White sleeves with green cuffs, a clean white V-neck collar, and Capelli's trademark shoulder cubes give the kit a structured look.
Positioned on the left side of the chest is the FC Dordrecht crest with the Energiek Dordt text placed directly above, paired with a white Capelli Sport brand mark on the right chest. The kit will be worn throughout FC Dordrecht's 26-27 Eerste Divisie matches.
1. FC Magdeburg 26-27 Third Kit Released
German 2. Bundesliga club 1. FC Magdeburg and technical sponsor Hummel have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Named "Platte", the charcoal and black shirt pays tribute to East German urban architecture and local fan culture.
The 1. FC Magdeburg 26-27 third shirt features a dark base highlighted by a tonal front graphic depicting an M10-type Plattenbau residential building block, an iconic feature of Magdeburg's cityscape since the 1970s. Designed in collaboration with fan group Block U, the kit incorporates street art elements throughout, including customized graffiti-style renderings for main sponsor Humanas on the chest and sleeve sponsor SWM.
Additional details include "Aus der Platte" printed inside the collar alongside graffiti-inspired lettering, white Hummel chevrons on the shoulders, and the founding year 1965 on the upper back. The player names and squad numbers are also presented in a custom graffiti tag font to complete the street-inspired look.
Darmstadt 98 26-27 Away Kit Released
German club SV Darmstadt 98 and kit supplier Craft have officially unveiled the team's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip introduces a refined, retro-inspired aesthetic, featuring an elegant off-white cream base complemented by classic blue details.
The centerpiece of the Darmstadt 26-27 away jersey is a bold royal blue horizontal chest band, which contains a subtle tonal fleur-de-lis pattern inside as a nod to the club's iconic lily symbol. Centered directly above the chest stripe are the blue lily badge and the Craft logo, while main sponsor HAIX is printed inside the chest band in white. Blue detailing on the sleeve cuffs and shoulder seams completes the clean look.
Eintracht Braunschweig 26-27 Away Kit Released
German 2. Bundesliga club Eintracht Braunschweig and technical sponsor Umbro have officially launched the new away shirt for the 26-27 season.
The Umbro Eintracht Braunschweig 26-27 away jersey features a rich blue base paired with elegant gold accents. The collar and sleeve cuffs are detailed in a darker navy blue, with the cuffs featuring a subtle gold patterned trim. The circular club crest, Umbro double diamond logo, and main sponsor BRAWO GROUP are all applied in matching gold accents.
Blue shorts and socks complete the full Eintracht Braunschweig 26-27 away strip.
Queen of the South 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Scottish club Queen of the South and technical partner Macron have officially launched the club's new home and away jerseys for the 26-27 season. Designed around the slogan "It's time to Turn The Page," both strips bring distinctive bespoke visuals to the Doonhamers.
The Queen of the South 26-27 home kit features a classic royal blue base highlighted by a subtle vertical wavy pinstripe graphic running down the torso. A white polo collar with contrasting blue tipping is complemented by matching sleeve cuffs, a white Macron hero logo, and the traditional circular club crest.
The 26-27 away kit introduces a clean off-white shade paired with navy blue and maroon detailing along the crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs. The front of the shirt features a centered layout, placing a raised vintage monogram crest directly below the technical sponsor logo. Both new shirts are available now for pre-order via the official club store.