Kroos Has Made It Clear That He Hates Polo Collars, But Adidas Did Not Listen
May 1, 2024, by Phan Tich Giay
- Kroos' Dislike: Toni Kroos publicly stated his strong dislike for polo collars on soccer jerseys back in March 2023.
- Adidas' Decision: Despite knowing Kroos' opinion, Adidas designed the Real Madrid 24-25 third kit with a prominent polo collar.
- Potential Alternative: There was a suggestion for Adidas to create a match version of the jersey with a crew collar, but it is not expected to happen.
Back in March 2023, Toni Kroos said he hated shirts with polo collars. In the 23-24 season, Real Madrid shirts did not have a polo collar; now, the polo collar is back on the Real Madrid 24-25 third shirt.
Real Madrid 24-25 Third Kit Features Giant Polo Collar
The new Adidas Real Madrid 2024-25 third shirt features a large polo collar, like the new 3rd kits other elite Adidas teams.
In March 2023, Toni Kroos publicly said that he hated polo collars, referring to the polo on the Real Madrid 22-23 home shirt. Now the polo collar will be back for next season - let's wait and see Kroos' reaction, but there likely won't be any by the Adidas athlete.
2023: Kroos: "Kits With Polo Collars Are a Big Shit" - 2024: Adidas to Release New Polo-Collar Madrid Kit
Oddly, when Adidas designed the polo-collared Madrid 24-25 third kit, the German brand was aware of Kroos' dislike of polo collars. This did not stop the Three Stripes from going for a polo collar, apparently.
Alternative Idea: Match Version Without Polo Collar
Adidas could make a clever and innovative decision by introducing an alternative collar for the match version of its product. This would ensure that the fan version remains ultra-classic with its polo-style collar, while the match version could have a crew collar for zero distractions. However, according to Footy Headlines, there is no information available to suggest that Adidas is planning to introduce such a change.
Real Madrid 24-25 Third Kit Leaked - Full Unboxing Video
Check out all Real Madrid Club de Fútbol kits on Football Kit Archive.
Are you a fan of Polo collar kits? Do you like the return of the polo collar on the Real Madrid 24-25 third kit? Comment below.
National Team Crest Evolutions
Renowned football designer Emilio Sansolini (@EmilioSansolini) has published a comprehensive visual overview highlighting the evolution of national team crests around the world. Titled 'Then & Now', the graphics showcase dozens of international football federations, comparing their previous badges directly with their current modern redesigns.
The visual collection covers major footballing nations alongside smaller federations across all major continental confederations. High-profile rebrands featured in the comparison include France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States, illustrating the widespread shift toward minimalist aesthetics, modernized heraldry, and sleeker digital styling over the past decade.
While many modern redesigns aim to create cleaner, more scalable digital logos, fan reactions to these visual shifts remain mixed. Minimalist updates for nations like Spain, Mexico, and South Korea have often sparked debate regarding traditional heritage versus modern branding, whereas updates for federations such as Iceland, Costa Rica, and Venezuela have generally received praise for introducing fresh identity concepts.
Walsall FC 26-27 Third Kit Released
Walsall FC and Macron have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Completing the Saddlers' strip collection alongside the previously launched home and away uniforms, the new jersey delivers a clean look for the upcoming campaign.
The Macron Walsall 26-27 third shirt comes in a dark navy base, complemented by crisp white details throughout. White piping outlines the raglan shoulder seams, paired with a matching crew-neck collar and trim on the sleeve cuffs. Instead of the traditional club crest, the jersey features a minimalist silhouette of the swift bird on the chest, along with white logos for Macron and main sponsor NoFo Brew Co.
Exclusive: Juventus 26-27 Third New Images Leaked - Kids Version
We can leak new imagery of the 26-27 Juventus Turin third jersey, showcasing the kids version of the upcoming jersey. Built on a black base with metallic gold accents, the shirt features Adidas' iconic 3-Stripes across the shoulders alongside gold logos for Adidas, main sponsor Jeep, and the Juventus crest complete with three stars. A dark flame graphic rises from the bottom hem, while the back collar is stamped with the gold inscription Youth Since 1897, paying homage to the Latin origin of the club's name. The kids replica variant also features standard Climacool branding on the lower front hem.
Nike Air Max Joga Bonito Neon Shoes Released - Mercurial R9 Meets Air Max 95
Nike has expanded its football-inspired lifestyle footwear lineup with the release of the Air Max Joga Bonito in an iconic Neon colorway. Merging two legendary eras of Nike history, the hybrid sneaker fuses the sleek upper design of Ronaldo Nazario's famous 1998 Mercurial R9 boot with the sole unit and visible cushioning of the classic Air Max 95.
The shoe features a layered synthetic upper rendered in graphite and dark grey tones, framed by light grey piping and black mudguards. Vibrant Neon Yellow accents adorn the mini Swoosh, tongue logo, heel details, and visible Air cushioning units in both the forefoot and heel, creating a look that directly pays tribute to the original 1995 running classic.
Carrying style code IO1753-003, the Nike Air Max Joga Bonito Neon officially releases on August 1, 2026, for a retail price of $180 USD. The sneaker will be available through Nike.com and select global Nike Sportswear retailers.
