Out of Nowhere: Chelsea Moves FIFA Club World Cup Badge Position
- Badge Relocation: Chelsea has moved the FIFA Club World Cup badge higher on their shirts for the new season, positioning it above the Nike swoosh and club crest.
- Reason for Change: The relocation was likely due to the badge's size, which created an undesirable visual hierarchy by overshadowing the Chelsea crest.
- Badge Duration: Chelsea will display the badge for at least four years following their 2025 Club World Cup victory.
Chelsea has relocated their FIFA Club World Cup Winners badge on the shirts for the new season.
Chelsea Puts Club World Cup Badge Much Higher
As seen in today's media shoot, the golden commemorative badge has been moved higher up on the chest, sitting above the Nike swoosh and crest rather than in the center. The new positioning creates an unusual aesthetic.
The reason for Chelsea's move of the badge is possibly that the roundel Club World Cup badge is larger than Chelsea's own crest, creating a hierarchy that seems backwards. The prominence of the FIFA badge over the club's traditional emblem is surely not optimal, even though it is reduced a little bit by moving it up.
Original FIFA Club World Cup badge - still used for the old Club World Cup winners
The previous shield-style FIFA Club World Cup design from earlier years is being fondly remembered by many supporters who preferred its more understated appearance. That badge integrated more naturally with the shirt's overall design and didn't dominate the visual space.
While Chelsea earned the right to display the badge after their 2025 Club World Cup triumph, the execution of its placement has left many questioning whether bigger necessarily means better when it comes to kit design.
Chelsea 2025-2026 CWC Version Home Kit - Badge Centered
Chelsea will wear the badge for at least four years, so the big golden badge is here to stay. It remains to be seen if we will get used to it, but we certainly will.
Do you prefer the new Club World Cup badge position? Would you like FIFA to return to the shield-style design? Let us know in the comments below.
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Konyaspor 26-27 Special Kit Vote
Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor has officially handed the design reins to its supporters by launching a fan vote to select the club's 2026-27 alternative kit, with three bespoke Hummel designs currently up for debate.
The "Anatolian Eagles" are offering a diverse menu of choices: a vibrant green-and-white checkered pattern that evokes a classic retro feel, a clean half-and-half vertical split with intricate chevron detailing on the sleeves, and a minimalist white base featuring a sharp green horizontal band across the chest.
In a nod to the club's heritage, the poll is scheduled to close this Friday, May 15 at exactly 19:22 - a tribute to the club’s founding year.
Vote here now: https://www.konyaspor.org.tr/forma-oylama
UEFA Unveil Official 2026 Champions League Final Jersey for Budapest
UEFA have officially unveiled the commemorative jersey for the 2026 Champions League final, set to take place at the Puskás Aréna on May 30, 2026. The limited-edition shirt celebrates the culture and architecture of Budapest, combining local inspiration with signature Champions League branding.
The jersey features a modern graphic design with abstract paint-splatter effects and architectural references inspired by the Hungarian capital. On the front, the shirt includes a stylized illustration of the Puskás Arena alongside the iconic Champions League starball logo, while the official Budapest 2026 final emblem appears centrally on the design. The back carries the number “26”, completing the event-specific identity.
UEFA will make the shirt available through the official Champions League store and selected retailers in Budapest ahead of the final. The jersey will also appear in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team during a special in-game campaign running from May 23 to 30.
What do you think of UEFA’s official Budapest 2026 final jersey? Let us know in the comments below.
Jeonbuk Hyundai 2026 ‘Black Label’ Special Kit Released
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors have revealed a new “Black Label” special kit, described by the club as an “unexpected charm” inspired by darkness, gold accents and a more intense visual identity.
The special edition was created together with artists Lee Yongwoo and Pipimik. According to the club, the design combines a quieter and more refined mood with stronger visual impact.
There is also a yellow kit - this serves as the keeper.
The “Black Label” jersey will first go on sale at the official club store from May 15 to 17 before an online release from May 19 to 21. Players are set to debut the shirt on May 17 against Gimcheon Sangmu FC.
FC Sion x Lydie&Sasha 26-26 Special Kit Released
FC Sion have unveiled a special-edition kit for the final home game of the 2025-26 season against FC Lugano. The unique shirt was created in collaboration with Valais-based graphic designers Lydie Sarrasin and Sasha Piaia, continuing the club’s recent tradition of working with local artists on special kits.
The design boasts a very more modern look. According to FC Sion, the shirt is intended as a bridge between generations, mixing classic football aesthetics with forward-looking visual elements. The kit will be worn in the final home match at the Stade de Tourbillon.
The limited-edition shirt will be sold exclusively on matchday in the stadium fanshop
