Croatia 2026 World Cup Home Kit to Feature Glagolitic Script

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Glagolitic Script: The 2026 Croatia home kit will feature the Glagolitic script, an ancient Slavic alphabet, to honor Croatian heritage.
Kit Design: The kit will have a classic design with red and white checkers, a white base, red sleeves, and blue side inserts, along with the Nike Swoosh and Croatian federation crest.
Availability: The Nike Croatia 2026 home jersey will be available for purchase starting in March 2026.

A few months ago, we got a first look at Croatia’s 2026 World Cup home kit design that closely resembled the final product. Now, Footy Headlines can exclusively leak an important cultural detail: Croatia’s 2026 home shirt will feature the Glagolitic script, an ancient Slavic alphabet closely tied to Croatian heritage.

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Croatia 2026 Home Kit

This is the new Nike Croatia home football shirt for 2026.

The Nike Croatia 2026 home shirt returns to a more classic approach with bold red and white checkers running vertically down the center of the shirt.

The Glagolitic script, believed to be the oldest known Slavic alphabet, will be integrated into the kit's detailing - likely appearing on the collar, sleeve cuffs, or below the neckline.

The placement of the Glagolitic script has not yet been revealed, but it may be positioned on the collar, the cuff, or beneath the collar to add a subtle touch of elegance.

The rest of the shirt is expected to remain consistent with the leaked version, featuring a clean white base, red sleeves, and blue side inserts, alongside the modern Nike Swoosh and the updated Croatian federation crest.

Glagolitic Script & Croatian Identity

The use of Glagolitic script is a nod to Croatia’s deep-rooted Slavic heritage. Originating in the 9th century, the Glagolitic alphabet was once used to write Old Church Slavonic and has become a symbol of Croatian national pride and cultural preservation.