Qatar Announces Adidas Kit Deal - No More Nike
Aug 27, 2024, by Chris
- New Kit Partnership: The Qatar Football Association (QFA) has switched from Nike to Adidas for its kit supplier.
- End of Nike Era: This concludes a 13-year partnership between the QFA and Nike, which started in 2011.
- Adidas' Return: Adidas is returning as the QFA's kit provider, having previously held the position from 2002-2008.
The Qatar Football Association (QFA) has officially announced a new kit partnership with Adidas, ending a 13-year relationship with Nike. This move marks a significant shift in the QFA's kit supplier, as Adidas steps in to take over from Nike, which had been providing kits for the national team since 2011.
Qatar Football Association Announces New Kit Deal with Adidas
Adidas is no stranger to the QFA, having previously supplied kits for the national team between 2002 and 2008. The return of Adidas to Qatar's football scene has generated significant interest among fans and pundits alike, although specific details about the new deal, including kit designs or contract length, have yet to be revealed.
The new Adidas kits for Qatar are expected to be unveiled soon. Footy Headlines has no information about the designs but strongly expects Qatar's first Adidas kits to be based on the well-known Tiro 24 template.
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