Special Portugal 2026 'Black Panther' Kit Released - Tribute to Legendary Eusébio
- Kit Unveiling: Puma and Portugal have revealed the special 2026 “Black Panther” kit, commemorating the 60th anniversary of Eusébio’s 1965 Ballon d’Or win.
- Design Details: The black jersey features a tonal pattern of the historic Portuguese shield crest, green, red, and gold trim, and the words “Pantera Negra” on the collar.
- Release Date: The Puma Portugal special-edition kit is scheduled to launch on November 4, 2025.
Update: Puma and Portugal have officially unveiled the special 2026 “Black Panther” kit, honoring the 60th anniversary of Eusébio’s 1965 Ballon d’Or legacy.
Eusébio is widely regarded as one of the greatest Portuguese footballers of all time. He won the Ballon d’Or in 1965, was the top scorer of the 1966 World Cup with 9 goals, and led Portugal to a historic third-place finish in England.
Portugal 2026 'Black Panther' Kit
This is the new Puma Portugal special jersey for 2026.
The Puma Portugal 2026 special jersey is predominantly black, featuring an all-over tonal pattern of the historic Portuguese shield crest, used by the federation between 1914 and 1966.
On the back of the collar are the words “Pantera Negra”. This not only references the Puma Portugal 2026 special jersey’s sleek panther-like aesthetic but also honors Eusébio, who carried the nickname “Black Panther”.
Additional details include green, red, and gold trim on the cuffs and collar, reflecting the colors of the Portuguese flag, while the Puma logo appears in gold.
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The Puma Portugal special-edition kit will be launched on 4 November 2025.
Cristiano Ronaldo wearing the two black shirts, back in 2015 and now - Mock-up by Vietnamese shirt experts Chuyện Áo Đấu
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Rumor: Newcastle United Set to Sign ElevenLabs as Main Kit Sponsor?
Newcastle United may be on the verge of signing a new front-of-shirt sponsorship deal with the AI-powered audio company ElevenLabs - prominent fan account @NUFCgallowgate posted a series of teaser graphics on X, directly linking the club's crest with the tech firm's logo and fueling discussions about a potential commercial partnership for the upcoming seasons.
The speculation was further amplified by a high-quality digital mock-up shared by the same account. The render showcases the Adidas Newcastle United 2026-2027 home kit featuring the ElevenLabs logo prominently across the chest.
The Newcastle United 2026-2027 home kit releases on 10 June 2026, so a new sponsor deal would come just in time.
Would you like to see ElevenLabs become the new main sponsor for Newcastle United? Let us know in the comments below.
RC Lens 26-27 Away Kit Teased
French club RC Lens has officially teased its new Adidas 2026-27 away kit, with a full reveal scheduled for June 6 at the iconic twin slag heaps in Loos-en-Gohelle.
The teaser video features the hashtag #MentalitéCharbonneur, heavily leaning into the club's deep-rooted coal mining heritage.
The Lens 2026-2027 away jersey features a green and black colorway, a fitting tribute to the region's historical landscapes.
