Adidas and Nike Finally Pay Attention to Shorts and Socks, And It's (Mostly) Awesome
- 2024 Kit Debuts: The 2024 national team matches in March saw the on-pitch debuts of new Adidas and Nike jerseys, which were generally well-received.
- Focus on Shorts: Both Adidas and Nike have put significant effort into designing the shorts for the 2024 national team kits.
- Mixed Results: While many shorts designs were visually appealing, some failed, such as France's away shorts, which looked like swimming trunks.
The 2024 national team matches in March 2024 are over. The games saw the debuts of almost all of the new Adidas and Nike 2024 jerseys. And in contrast to some other years, the on-pitch debuts were probably even better than the original launches.
2024 National Team On-Pitch Debuts - Shorts Enhance Visual Appearance
Both Adidas and Nike have put a lot of effort into the shirts for the 2024 Nationals, as well as the shorts.
Adidas 2024 jerseys continue the distinctive panels on the pants, which generates beautiful designs for kits like the Germany home and Argentina away.
The Nike jerseys have shorts that feature the collars and side panels - the England 2024 away jersey is particularly pleasing for the eye.
France's away shorts looked like swimming trunks
However, some efforts to create unique shorts failed. The away shorts from France looked more like swimming trunks, and the shorts from Italy with the dotted gradient didn't look very nice either.
Do you like the 2024 national team jerseys on the pitch? Let us know in the comments.
Bielefeld Frauen 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new Arminia Bielefeld Frauen home shirt was officially released today. It is made by Umbro and will be worn in the 26-27 Regionalliga West campaign.
The Umbro Arminia Bielefeld Frauen 26-27 home kit shares the same bespoke base design as the men's team. It comes in the club's classic blue and features subtly shimmering, embossed triangular flag motifs integrated into the fabric, symbolizing the connection between the club and its fans.
Unlike the men's shirt, the Umbro Arminia Bielefeld Frauen 26-27 home jersey features Dr. Oetker as the main chest sponsor, representing their partnership with the women's and girls' teams. Additionally, the kit carries "Das Handwerk" as the sleeve sponsor, while the back includes a classic "BIELEFELD" inscription across the shoulders.
Lincoln Red Imps 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new Lincoln Red Imps 26-27 home kit was officially released. It is made by Givova and will be worn in the upcoming Gibraltar Football League season as well as during the club's UEFA Champions League qualification campaign.
The Givova Lincoln Red Imps 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional red and black colors. The classic color combination provides a clean look for Gibraltar's most successful team, widely known for being the first from the territory to win a game in a UEFA club competition.
Produced by Givova, the Lincoln Red Imps 26-27 home kit is available to purchase through the club's official channels.
Gateshead 26-27 Away Kit Released
Gateshead FC have officially revealed their new 26-27 away kit, made by Hope & Glory. The launch follows the recent extension of the club's long-term kit partnership with the sportswear supplier in June 2026. The new away shirt made its on-pitch debut during a pre-season match on the day of its release.
The Hope & Glory Gateshead 26-27 away shirt features a light blue base with a distinctive red design. As a nice touch for supporters, the club has made the new away kit available to purchase in both sponsored and unsponsored versions, offering fans the choice of a cleaner aesthetic.
No More Mizuno: Adidas AC Prato 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Italian Serie D side AC Prato have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. This marks the club's first campaign equipped by Adidas, with the transition to the brand made possible by technical partners Linea Oro Sport and Officine Sportive.
The Adidas AC Prato 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional blue as its primary color. The most notable detail is the addition of the iconic Adidas Three Stripes in yellow on the shoulders, which also appear on the matching shorts. The logo of main sponsor Alpha General Contractor is prominently displayed across the center of the chest.
Contrasting the blue home design, the Adidas AC Prato 26-27 away jersey offers a clean white look that has already been well-received by the fanbase. A third kit is expected to be announced in the coming days, with rumors suggesting the club may introduce a green option to replace their traditional red alternative.
Dartford FC 26-27 Away Kit Released
English Isthmian League Premier Division side Dartford FC have officially introduced their new away kit for the 26-27 season.
The kit features a predominantly blue color scheme, with a V-shaped pattern on the front. The collar and logos are highlighted in vibrant neon green.
RB Linense 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new Real Balompédica Linense home kit for the 26-27 season has been officially released. Made by Hummel, the new shirt will be worn during the club's upcoming Spanish Tercera Federación campaign.
The Hummel Real Balompédica Linense 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional white and black colors. Launched under the motto "Nuestra piel" (Our skin), the kit embraces a timeless look with Hummel's iconic chevrons placed on the shoulders to complement the classic design.
Completing the traditional appearance, the new Hummel Real Balompédica Linense 26-27 home strip maintains the standard aesthetic long associated with the team.
Sturm Graz 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
The new Sturm Graz home, away, and third kits for the 26-27 season were officially unveiled today. Produced by Nike, the new kits will be worn by the Austrian Bundesliga club during their upcoming domestic and European campaigns.
The Nike SK Sturm Graz 26-27 home jersey has a no-nonsense design in black, anthracite and white. It boasts a dual tone quarter design with a tonal Nike logo.
The collection is rounded off by the Nike Sturm Graz 26-27 away and third shirts, which provide distinct alternative looks for the team's travels. Notably, the third option is once again designated as the 'Steiermark' kit, paying tribute to the club's home region of Styria. The away is white with black pinstripes.
Erzgebirge Aue 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
German club FC Erzgebirge Aue has officially unveiled its new Nike home kit for the 26-27 season. Launched under the motto 'noble and tradition-conscious', the new shirt will be worn during the team's upcoming campaign in the Regionalliga Nordost.
Produced by Nike, the Erzgebirge Aue 26-27 home kit features a the usual purple base color, complemented by subtle white stripes. In contrast to the home kit, the away and third kits have very basic looks.
England vs Norway 2026 World Cup Quarter-Final Kit Matchup Confirmed
The kit matchup for the 2026 World Cup quarter-final between England and Norway has been confirmed ahead of their clash in Miami on July 11. England will be wearing an all-white combination, while Norway will take to the pitch in a red, navy, and navy setup.
Norway’s choice of navy shorts and socks with their red home shirt provides a strong contrast against England's uniform. Still, it is an unexpected choice.
Norway utilized an all-red variant in their matches against Iraq and France, before wearing their traditional red, white, and blue combination in the round of 16 against Brazil.
Monterrey 26-27 Home Kit Released
Puma has officially unveiled the new CF Monterrey 26-27 home kit, bringing a classic yet locally inspired design to the Mexican club. Launched under the campaign slogan EnLaVidaYEnLaCancha, the new jersey pays tribute to the team's passionate fanbase, the city of Monterrey, and its cultural identity.
The CF Monterrey 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional blue and white vertical stripes. It is styled with an odd one-button crewneck collar. Adding a contrasting pop of color to the striped base, the Puma Big Cat logos on the chest and sleeves are applied in red.



















