Exclusive: Adidas to Keep Big Three Stripes for 2027-28 Season
Feb 24, 2026, by Phan Tich Giay
- Adidas Kit Design: Adidas plans to keep their oversized Three Stripes design well into the 2027-28 campaign.
- Debut of the Stripes: The massive new Three Stripes are set to debut this year for the 2026 World Cup, before being rolled out across all major club teams for the 2026-27 season.
- Fan Reaction: The design has faced widespread criticism from a majority of kit enthusiasts who feel it is too obtrusive.
Footy Headlines has received exclusive information regarding the future of Adidas kit designs. It appears the German brand has no intention of ditching their controversial oversized Three Stripes after just one season, with plans to retain the bold design well into the 2027-28 campaign.
Adidas to Keep Big Three Stripes for 2027-28 Season
The massive new Three Stripes are set to make their grand debut this year for the 2026 World Cup, before being rolled out across all major club teams for the 2026-27 season.
Many fans hoped this might be a one-year experiment. However, our latest intel confirms that Adidas will continue to utilize this prominent design language throughout 2027 and into the 2027-28 club season.
While there is no denying that the significantly thicker new stripes provide unparalleled brand visibility for Adidas on the pitch, the move has not been popular with everyone.
As we noted when we first revealed the 2026 template, the sheer size of the stripes tends to completely dominate the shoulder area. For many, this throws off the balance of the shirt and makes the overall aesthetic noticeably worse.
Unsurprisingly, the design has faced widespread criticism from a majority of kit enthusiasts who feel it is simply too obtrusive.
Love it or hate it, it seems we will all have to get used to this 'eyesore' design choice for at least the next two full seasons.
Are you disappointed that Adidas is keeping the oversized Three Stripes for 2027-28, or are they starting to grow on you? Let us know in the comments below.
Puma 26-27 'Level Up' Boot Pack Released
Puma has officially launched the special-edition 'Level Up' boot pack for the 26-27 season. Drawing inspiration from classic 8-bit video games and retro arcade culture, the collection delivers a distinct aesthetic with pixelated artwork and bright colors across the Ultra Nitro and Future silos.
The Ultra Nitro speed boot comes in an electric yellow base accented with multi-colored 8-bit graphics along the side and soleplate, complete with a pixelated Puma logo. The Future creative boot features a bright blue upper covered in arcade-themed graphics, including pixelated health bars, heart meters, and retro controller details.
As a limited-edition release for the start of the 26-27 season, the Puma 'Level Up' pack will be worn on pitch by select Puma players and is now available at select retailers and online.
Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacurial Available Early at Nike AFI
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacurial has made an early in-store appearance at Nike AFI in Bucharest, weeks before its anticipated global release. First introduced in 2013, the Mambacurial colorway is one of the most iconic crossover designs between basketball and football, drawing direct inspiration from Kobe Bryant's passion for soccer and Nike's legendary speed boot line.
Designed to mirror the classic Nike Mercurial Vapor IX Fireberry colorway, the sneaker features a bright pink and plum gradient upper paired with an Electric Green forefoot Swoosh and matching outsole. The inner medial side retains the massive white NIKE branding that defined the original Mercurial boot aesthetic. Updated to Protro standards, the shoe offers modernized cushioning and traction performance while preserving its original 2013 look.
Following its early availability at select Nike stores, the Nike Kobe 8 Protro Mambacurial is scheduled for an official wider release on September 19, 2026, with a retail price of $200.
Leyton Orient 26-27 Home Kit Released
English League One club Leyton Orient have officially unveiled the 2026-27 home kit. Made by Meyba, the new shirt marks the beginning of the Spanish brand's partnership with the club while bringing back one of Orient's most iconic historic designs.
The Meyba Leyton Orient 2026-27 home shirt features the club's traditional red base with classic white vertical braces, inspired by the famous kits of the late 1970s. Meyba's signature shoulder trim, a centrally placed reflective club crest and subtle embossed crest graphics across the fabric complete the retro-inspired look, while an "East London" inscription appears on the back of the neck.
What do you think of the new Leyton Orient 2026-27 home kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Tottenham 26-27 Lifestyle Shirt Leaked
Footy Headlines can leak the official images of Tottenham's 2026-27 third lifestyle shirt, featuring an inverted color scheme compared to the club's 2026-27 third kit.
The lifestyle shirt comes in a dark purple base with lighter purple vertical stripes, mirroring the design of the 2026-27 third kit.
Sunderland 26-27 Home Kit Criticized Over Stripe Alignment Flaw
Following the official release of the Sunderland 26-27 home kit by Hummel, supporters and shirt collectors receiving their retail jerseys have highlighted a noticeable pattern alignment issue. Designed as a tribute to the club's historic 1937 FA Cup-winning side, the home shirt pairs traditional red and white vertical stripes with a classic buttoned collar and a retro shield crest. However, close-up photos of physical retail shirts reveal severe stripe misalignment along the upper chest and shoulder seams.
As highlighted by kit content creator @Kitkingdom83 on social media, the vertical stripes on the front body do not align smoothly with the sleeve panels. On both sides of the upper torso, the red body stripes abruptly meet contrasting white panels or cut off diagonally across the raglan seam, creating an awkward visual break right above the Hummel logo and club badge. Fans online quickly agreed with the criticism, pointing out that better pattern matching should be expected for a flagship kit release.
Raglan sleeve construction frequently poses pattern-matching challenges for manufacturers, especially when dealing with traditional vertical stripes. While the overall design concept and historical touches of the Sunderland 26-27 home kit have been well-received, the visible alignment flaws on retail versions raise quality control concerns for Hummel as the club prepares for the upcoming campaign.
Willem II 26-27 Away Kit Released
Willem II and new kit supplier Meyba have officially unveiled the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. Celebrating Willem II's 130th anniversary, the jersey is designed as a royal tribute to 130 years of club history.
The Meyba Willem II 26-27 away jersey features a rich red base decorated with elegant gold accents. A subtle jacquard pattern woven directly into the fabric features historic club crests from throughout Willem II's 130-year existence. Gold detailing is applied to the collar, sleeve cuffs, main sponsors, and Meyba's signature shoulder taping, while the club crest appears in gold with 1896-2026 written underneath.
Additional details include the anniversary dates 1896-2026 printed on the lower front hem of the shirt. The new away kit will be used during the team's 26-27 Eredivisie campaign.
Adidas Nürnberg 26-27 Away Lifestyle Collection Released
Adidas and 1. FC Nürnberg have officially launched the club's away lifestyle collection for the 26-27 season. Released alongside the new away kit, the retro-inspired range is part of the Adidas Originals line, offering fans off-pitch apparel heavily influenced by classic football heritage.
The collection features a distinct throwback aesthetic highlighted by the classic Adidas Trefoil logo and the iconic 1. FCN crest. Key garments include track jackets, hoodies, t-shirts, and long-sleeve tops styled with color-blocked chest bands and signature three-stripe detailing along the shoulders and sleeves in the club's traditional red, white, and black colors.
Designed to bridge matchday tradition with everyday streetwear, the full 26-27 Adidas Originals collection is available now through the club's online shop and select retail partners.
Jude Bellingham Spotted in Birmingham City 26-27 Home Kit
Jude Bellingham was among the spectators at St Andrew's for Birmingham City's pre-season friendly against Barcelona, wearing the club's new 2026-27 home shirt with his iconic No. 22 on the back.
The Real Madrid midfielder came through Birmingham City's academy before completing a then-club-record £26 million move to Borussia Dortmund in 2020. The transfer played a key role in helping Birmingham overcome a difficult financial period.
Despite spending just one season with the first team, the club later made the unprecedented decision to permanently retire the No. 22 shirt in his honour, cementing Bellingham's status as one of the greatest academy graduates in Birmingham City's history.
