Brazil Already Wore Red Kit More Than 100 Years Ago - Return for 2026 World Cup
Apr 29, 2025, by Phan Tich Giay
- Historical Red Kit: Brazil's national team wore red kits in official matches between 1917 and 1919, including the 1917 South American Championship.
- Cultural Significance of Red: The color red is deeply rooted in Brazil's national identity, as the country's name comes from "Pau-Brasil," a tree known for its red dye.
- Potential 2026 Away Kit: The rumored 2026 World Cup away kit for Brazil is expected to be red and made by Jordan, a departure from the traditional blue and Nike branding.
A surprising historical twist could add powerful symbolism to Brazil’s 2026 World Cup campaign, as the rumored red Jordan away kit, though shocking at first glance, has deep historical and cultural roots. Thanks to @DataFutebol for the heads-up.
Brazil Already Wore Red Kit More Than 100 Years Ago
Between 1917 and 1919, the Brazil national team actually wore red in official matches, including during the 1917 South American Championship (now known as Copa América). This long-forgotten era is now being revisited over a century later.
Even more significantly, the color red is deeply connected to Brazil’s national identity. The country’s name originates from "Pau-Brasil" - a native tree famous for its rich red dye, which was highly prized by Portuguese colonizers. In that sense, “Brazil” literally means “red” in the historical context.
While the red Brazil 2026 kit has not yet been leaked, it is expected to feature the Jordan logo - marking a break from tradition not only in color but also in manufacturer branding, as Nike's Jordan subsidiary takes charge.
Will Brazil’s return to red bring back forgotten pride and a new sense of identity on the global stage? Or will it spark further outrage by replacing the traditionally beloved blue away color?
What If Adidas Made Barcelona Kits?
Kit collector and insider @memorabilia1899 has shared an intriguing concept imagining how FC Barcelona would look if Adidas were the club's technical sponsor. Despite Barcelona having a long-term partnership with Nike extended through 2038, the fantasy of the German sportswear giant designing the Blaugrana's kits continues to spark conversation among football shirt enthusiasts.
The Adidas Barcelona concept leans heavily into retro aesthetics, combining classic vertical red and blue stripes with the iconic Trefoil logo on the chest. A dark blue polo collar, styled with 'BARÇA 1899' detailing, is paired with gold-orange accents seen across the Three Stripes on the shoulders and the centered Spotify sponsor logo. The full look is completed by navy blue shorts and matching socks.
Would you like to see Adidas manufacture Barcelona kits in the future, or does Nike remain the perfect fit for the Catalan giants?
VfL Osnabrück 26-27 Special DFB-Pokal Kit Released - Worn Against Bayern Munich
German club VfL Osnabrück have unveiled a special kit for their DFB-Pokal first-round clash against FC Bayern Munich. Manufactured by Capelli Sport, the one-off jersey pays homage to one of the biggest cup upsets in German football history, when Osnabrück defeated Bayern 5-4 at the Olympiastadion in Munich on September 23, 1978.
The Osnabrück 26-27 DFB-Pokal special shirt closely mirrors the clean aesthetic worn during that historic 1978 triumph. Predominantly white, it features a bold retro polo collar and matching sleeve cuffs in Osnabrück's signature purple.
Completing the look, the special edition kit is paired with matching white shorts and socks accented by purple detailing. The kit will be worn exclusively during the home cup tie against Bayern Munich at the Bremer Brücke and is available through the club's official retail channels.
Sergio Camello Scores Against Barcelona in White Adidas Predator 94 Remake Boots
Rayo Vallecano forward Sergio Camello delivered a notable boot spotting during their La Liga clash against FC Barcelona, taking to the pitch in the white Adidas Predator 94 remake boots. The Spanish striker put the heritage silhouette in the spotlight at Spotify Camp Nou, finding the back of the net twice while laced up in the inverted 1994 classic featuring a white base, black Three Stripes, and small, signature red accents.
