Exclusive: Adidas to Introduce All-New 2026 Authentic Kit Badge
- New Authentic Kit Badge: Adidas will launch a new authentic kit badge in 2026, drawing inspiration from the brand's early history.
- Historic Logo: The new badge will feature the historic Adolf Dassler "adidas Sportschuhe" logo, used between 1949 and 1950.
- Badge Exclusivity: The "Dassler" badge will likely be exclusive to home kits, while away kits with the Trefoil logo may have a corresponding Trefoil-themed badge.
Continuing its typical two-year cycle, Adidas will introduce a brand-new authentic kit badge starting in 2026. Footy Headlines can exclusively reveal that the new badge will take a deep dive into the brand's history, featuring a logo from its earliest days.
All-New Adidas 2026 Authentic Kit Badge
Although we do not yet have an exact leaked image of the new Adidas 2026 authentic kit badge, we do know that it will be centered around the historic Adolf Dassler "adidas Sportschuhe" logo.
This logo was used by the company between 1949 and 1950, right after its official founding by Adolf "Adi" Dassler, making it a true piece of Adidas heritage.
This move aligns with Adidas's recent strategy of embracing its rich archives, not just for kit designs but for branding details as well.
Adidas 2016-2024 Authentic Kit Badges
Separate Badge for Trefoil Away Kits?
Adidas to Use Trefoil Logo for 2026 World Cup Away Kits
As previously reported by Footy Headlines, the 2026 national team away kits are set to feature the classic Trefoil logo.
Therefore, it is very likely that the new "Dassler" authentic badge will be exclusive to the home kits, which use the modern Performance logo. The Trefoil away kits will probably receive their own corresponding Trefoil-themed authentic badge, similar to the strategy used for the 2024-2026 club third kits.
What do you think of Adidas using the historic 1949 logo for their new authentic badge? A great touch? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
