Exclusive: Real Betis to Continue with Hummel
- Hummel Partnership Continues: Real Betis will continue its partnership with Hummel for the 2025-26 season, despite previous rumors of a switch.
- Quality Concerns and Puma Interest: The club previously considered terminating the Hummel deal early due to quality issues, with Puma being a possible replacement.
- Termination Option Exists: Real Betis has the option to terminate the Hummel agreement after the 2025-26 season, a year earlier than originally planned.
Footy Headlines can exclusively confirm that Real Betis will continue its partnership with Hummel for the 2025-26 season, after recent speculation about an early switch to another supplier.
Hummel to Make Betis 25-26 Kits
This update follows our previous report that the Spanish club was considering an early termination of their Hummel deal due to quality concerns, with Puma named as a potential replacement.
Betis's last three kit makers are Hummel, Kappa, and Adidas - via Football Kit Archive
According to our sources, while Betis will honor the existing contract for the upcoming season, the club does retain an option to terminate the agreement after the 2025-26 campaign, one year earlier than the originally scheduled end date.
This early termination clause would potentially clear the way for a new kit manufacturer to take over beginning with the 2026-27 season, should Betis decide to exercise this option.
Stay tuned to Footy Headlines for more exclusive updates on this developing story.
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AC Ajaccio 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
The new AC Ajaccio home and away kits have been released for the 2026-27 season. Made by Adidas, these shirts will be worn by the club's amateur team competing in the Régional 1 Corsica, the sixth tier of the French football league system.
The Adidas AC Ajaccio Régional 1 2026-27 home jersey features a straightforward design based on a standard Adidas teamwear template, utilizing the club's traditional colors. The away shirt provides a contrasting alternative for the team's regional away matches. Both kits feature the Adidas maker's mark and the standard AC Ajaccio club crest on the chest.
African Nations Arrive at 2026 World Cup in Striking Custom Outfits
African nations have made a strong sartorial statement upon their arrival at the 2026 World Cup. The squads of DR Congo, Ivory Coast, and Senegal landed in North America wearing custom outfits that highlight their cultural identity and heritage through bold patterns and sharp tailoring.
DR Congo, making their first World Cup appearance in 52 years, garnered significant attention for their arrival attire in Houston. The team stepped off the plane in custom black suits accented with distinctive leopard-print sashes and crystal cheetah brooches. This look, complete with luxury bags, pays homage to the nation's Les Leopards moniker and their renowned fashion culture.
Similarly, Ivory Coast and Senegal embraced their roots with their travel wear. The teams incorporated vibrant traditional patterns and intricate details, such as elephant embroidery, into their modern tailored outfits. These arrivals have turned the standard team travel gear into a celebration of African pride and culture ahead of the tournament.
DR Congo Arrive at 2026 World Cup in Custom Leopard-Themed Suits
The Democratic Republic of Congo national football team has arrived in Houston, USA, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making a striking impression with their arrival attire. Foregoing the traditional tracksuits, the squad stepped off the plane wearing custom-tailored suits heavily featuring leopard prints and animal motifs. The outfits serve as a bold representation of the team's Leopards nickname and highlight their cultural identity on football's biggest stage.
The bespoke arrival outfits incorporate various elements of African heritage, including leopard prints, cheetah brooches, and elephant embroidery. In DRC culture, the leopard is a historic symbol of strength, power, and resilience. The team's sartorial choice has drawn praise for its unique aesthetic, standing out alongside the arrival outfits of other African nations like Ivory Coast and Senegal.
DR Congo will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against Portugal on June 17. While their on-pitch kits will be closely watched, their pre-tournament fashion has already set a high standard, showcasing a strong sense of national pride and individuality before a ball has even been kicked.
2026 World Cup Gold Sleeve Badge For Former Winners Revealed
Following the release of the official squad portraits for the Argentina national team, the special gold sleeve badge for the 2026 World Cup has been revealed. The exclusive gold-themed patch will be positioned on the right sleeve, visually setting past champions apart from the rest of the 48 competing teams. This new patch system introduced by FIFA highlights tournament heritage without altering federation crests, giving a clear distinction to historic winners such as Argentina, Brazil, Germany, and France.
The badge features the 2026 World Cup logo rendered in a striking metallic gold finish. For reigning champions Argentina, the new gold sleeve detail will complement the golden 2022 FIFA World Cup champions badge located on the center of their chest, adding an extra layer of prestige to their kit for the upcoming tournament.
Nike Cryoshot Tiempo Legend R10 'Ronaldinho' Shoes Leaked
Nike will launch a special signature edition of the new Cryo Shot Tiempo Legend for Ronaldinho for the 2026-27 season. Thanks to sneaker source @sneakermarketro and @vladieboi, we can share official images of the Nike Cryo Shot Tiempo Legend R10 'Ronaldinho' boots, which are scheduled to drop in the summer of 2026.
The Nike Cryo Shot Tiempo Legend R10 'Ronaldinho' features a white and metallic gold colorway, directly inspired by the 'Touch of Gold' Tiempo boots originally worn by the Brazilian player. The cleats sport a white quilted upper complemented by metallic gold accents on the Swoosh, stitching, and the classic fold-over tongues, which feature the signature R and 10 branding. This modern Cryo Shot edition blends the heritage design with a new clear-coated sole unit that encases the studs.
The Nike Cryo Shot Tiempo Legend R10 'Ronaldinho' soccer cleats will be available to purchase in Summer 2026.
Emiliano Martinez to Wear Special Adidas Predator Gloves for 2026 World Cup
Emiliano "Dibu" Martinez will sport a special edition of the Adidas Predator goalkeeper gloves during the 2026 World Cup. The new gloves have been specifically designed to match the colors of Argentina's home goalkeeper kit for the tournament.
The official Argentina national team account shared images of the goalkeepers in training, highlighting the special Adidas Predator gloves. The design perfectly complements the Argentina 2026 home goalkeeper jersey, creating a unified look for the reigning World Cup champion.
Argentina 2026 World Cup Squad Portrait Photos Released
The official squad portraits for the Argentina national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup have been released, giving us a first real look at the special gold sleeve badge. As previously reported, former World Cup-winning nations will wear an exclusive gold-themed patch on their right sleeve during the tournament, setting them apart from the rest of the competing teams.
In addition to the striking gold sleeve patch, the Adidas home kit features the golden 2022 FIFA World Cup champions badge prominently on the center of the chest.

