In-House Chelsea 2026 Heritage 'Pensioners' Collection Released
Feb 25, 2026, by Phan Tich Giay
- Collection Release: Chelsea FC has launched the 'Pensioners' collection, a new in-house lifestyle line paying homage to the club's historical ties with the Chelsea Pensioners.
- Design and Aesthetics: The collection, designed independently of Nike, emphasizes a 'timeless style' and 'retro sensibilities', featuring navy, white/cream, and scarlet red colors, with the latter referencing the Chelsea Pensioners' iconic red coats.
- Key Feature: A major highlight of the collection is the revival of Chelsea's original crest, 'Percy the Pensioner', used from 1905 to 1952, embroidered in gold on various apparel items.
Chelsea FC has officially dropped a stunning new in-house lifestyle collection that pays tribute to the club's deepest roots. Dubbed the 'Pensioners' collection, the range celebrates the historic bond between the football club and the famous Chelsea Pensioners.
Chelsea 2026 Heritage 'Pensioners' Collection
Designed in-house (independent of Nike), the collection focuses on "timeless style" and "retro sensibilities".
The new in-house Chelsea 2026 Heritage 'Pensioners' collection is predominantly Navy and White/Cream, but it is accented with flashes of Scarlet Red - a direct nod to the iconic red coats worn by the Royal Hospital Chelsea veterans.
The standout feature of this collection is the revival of the club's very first crest.
Before the lion became the symbol of Stamford Bridge, Chelsea was defined by the image of the "Chelsea Pensioner". The collection features a recreation of the famous "Percy the Pensioner" crest, which served as the team's visual identity from their inception in 1905 until 1952.
This vintage logo is embroidered in gold on navy and white items, bringing a sense of prestige and history that modern logos often lack.
The pieces are predominantly Navy and White/Cream, but they are accented with flashes of Scarlet Red - a direct nod to the iconic red coats worn by the Royal Hospital Chelsea veterans.
The 11-piece range covers a variety of premium leisurewear items:
- Tops: Two T-shirts, two knit polo shirts, and a classic long-sleeve rugby polo.
- Knitwear: A standout cream cable-knit V-neck sweater that screams "Old Money" aesthetic.
- Outerwear: A piping hoodie, a solid navy track jacket with a red zip, and a panelled track jacket featuring a white chest band.
- Bottoms: Matching shorts and track pants.
T-Shirt #1 -White
T-Shirt #2 - Navy
Knit Shirt #1 - White
Knit Shirt #2 - Navy
Rugby Polo Shirt
Cable Knit Sweatshirt
Piping Hoodie
Track Jacket
Panel Track Jacket
Shorts
Pants
The in-house Chelsea 2026 Heritage collection follows a growing trend of clubs releasing high-quality, unbranded (non-manufacturer) heritage lines to appeal to fans looking for lifestyle apparel rather than performance sportswear.
What do you think of Chelsea's new 'Pensioners' collection? Do you prefer this vintage 1905 crest over the current modern Lion? Let us know in the comments below.
1. FC Köln 26-27 Away Kit Revealed
Köln officially launched its new 26-27 away kit by Adidas last evening, completing the club's jersey lineup for the upcoming season. Following the earlier releases of the white home kit and navy third shirt, the new away strip celebrates the city's iconic "Rut un Wiess" (red and white) colors with a vintage-inspired red base and subtle white pinstripes. The jersey is officially available starting later today, July 28, through the club's official online shop and fan stores. Thanks to our partner Insider Müngersdorf for the product images.
FC Gütersloh 26-27 Home Kit Released
German Regionalliga West side FC Gütersloh and new technical supplier Patrick have officially launched the club's 26-27 home kit. Marking the first home release under the new partnership, the jersey was created in collaboration with design agency Starmerch as a fully custom design without using teamwear templates.
The FC Gütersloh 26-27 home shirt features a deep blue base with alternating tonal stripes, separated by vivid green vertical pinstripes. Incorporating a local connection, the darker blue bands contain a subtle watermark pattern based on the spinning wheel from the Gütersloh city coat of arms. A white V-neck collar and bright green shoulder panels provide contrast, with supplier, sponsor, and back printing appearing in crisp white.
The new home kit debuted on pitch during Gütersloh's Westfalenpokal victory over SC Wiedenbrück. It is currently available for purchase in the official club fanshop priced at €69.50.
Union Berlin 26-27 Away Kit Leaked - First With Trefoil
The upcoming 1. FC Union Berlin 26-27 away kit has been leaked online via @Bundesleaker. Designed by Adidas, the new away shirt prominently features the iconic Trefoil logo as part of the brand's vintage-inspired approach for away kits in the 26-27 season.
The Adidas Union Berlin 26-27 away shirt comes in a dark charcoal anthracite shade detailed with subtle vertical pinstripes. A monochrome white Union Berlin crest and white Adidas Trefoil sit on the chest alongside white Raisin sponsor branding, while bright red accents line the collar, sleeve cuffs, and the three shoulder stripes.
Meanwhile, the leaked 26-27 goalkeeper shirt showcases a bright light blue base paired with dark blue ribbed elements and collar. It is a streamlined look.
Odd Manufacturing Flaw: Legia Warsaw 26-27 Away Kits Feature Different Trefoil Placements
Legia Warsaw and Adidas officially unveiled the club's new 26-27 away kit, bringing back the iconic Adidas Originals Trefoil logo for the first time in over thirty years. The retro-inspired shirt features a green base decorated with thin white vertical pinstripes and a classic polo collar. However, as the kit hit the shelves in the official club shop, fans quickly noticed an unexpected production quirk.
In-store videos and photos shared by fans show that the positioning of the Adidas Trefoil logo is inconsistent across different jerseys. Due to variations in how the heat-applied logo or pattern was aligned during manufacturing, the Trefoil sits in a noticeably different spot relative to the vertical pinstripes on almost every shirt. On some jerseys, the logo sits directly centered on a pinstripe, while on others it is offset into the green space or sits higher up near the collar seam.
While slight manufacturing tolerances are common in sportswear, seeing such obvious alignment differences across retail stock is an unusual sight for a major Adidas launch. Fans picking up the new 26-27 Legia kit in person may want to inspect multiple hangers in the store to find the exact placement they like best.
Wrexham Tease 26-27 Home Kit Ahead of Official Release
Wrexham AFC have officially teased their new 26-27 home kit, confirming that the uniform will be revealed on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The Welsh club released promotional graphics under the tagline "Our Ground, Our Spirit," announcing launch events held simultaneously at Eagles Meadow in Wrexham and Pelé Soccer in New York City at 2:30 PM BST (9:30 AM ET).
The 26-27 home kit, produced by long-term technical partner Macron, marks a new era as web browser Firefox debuts as Wrexham's primary shirt sponsor, replacing United Airlines. Recent leaks and photos showing co-owner Ryan Reynolds presenting the new jersey to WWE star CM Punk have already given fans a detailed look at the design. The shirt features a solid red base with a subtle interlocking 3D embossed pattern, styled with a white V-neck collar and white diagonal accents across the shoulders.