No More Kappa: Nike Racing Club 2026 Home Kit Released + On-Pitch Debut
- Release: The Nike Racing Club 2026 home kit has been released, marking the first kit under the new Nike Kappa Racing kit deal.
- Design: The home kit features the club's traditional sky blue and white vertical stripes with deep navy blue detailing on the collar and sleeve cuffs, and includes a custom sign-off, "EL PR1MER GRANDE."
- Debut: Racing Club players debuted the new 2026 home kit in a match against River Plate, which they unfortunately lost 0-2.
Update: Racing Club players also debuted their new 2026 home kit in the match against River Plate yesterday. Unfortunately, it was not a very successful debut, as they lost 0-2.
The first Nike Racing Club kit was released today. The Nike Kappa Racing kit deal has already been valid since 1 January 2026. However, it took Nike some time to produce and deliver the Racing kits, so the Nike Racing 2026 kits were only launched this month.
Nike Racing Club 2026 Home Kit
This is the new Nike Racing Club home jersey for 2026.
The Nike Racing Club 2026 home kit introduces a traditional aesthetic, based on the old 2024-2026 Nike model. The shirt features the club's iconic sky blue and white vertical stripes, keeping the overall look classic and instantly recognizable.
To give the kit a sharp, modern contrast, Nike has applied deep navy blue detailing on the collar and sleeve cuffs. The Nike Swoosh and the central Betsson sponsor logo are both perfectly color-matched in the same dark navy.
Nike has included a custom sign-off reading "EL PR1MER GRANDE" (The First Great), with the 'I' cleverly stylized as a dark navy '1'. This is a direct tribute to Racing Club's historic status as the first Argentine team to win the Intercontinental Cup.
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What do you think of Racing Club switching to Nike? Do you like the no-nonsense look of their 2026 home kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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Stunning Fortuna Köln 2026 Regional Cup Final Kit Released
German side SC Fortuna Köln has released a highly limited special-edition kit to wear during their upcoming 2026 Mittelrheinpokal final. Produced by Dutch sportswear brand Robey, this exclusive release celebrates the club's first appearance in the regional cup final in six years, as they look to secure the trophy for the first time in 13 years.
The Robey SC Fortuna Köln 2026 Cup Final shirt introduces a striking tri-color gradient design that provides a highly bespoke look for the occasion. The top of the jersey begins in a deep navy blue, smoothly fading into a vibrant light blue chest band before transitioning into a clean white lower half.
Adding a premium, historic touch to the kit, all application details - including the Robey manufacturer branding, the central 'HIT' sponsor, and a classic standalone 'F' retro crest - are executed in metallic gold. A subtle light blue V-neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs complete the sophisticated aesthetic.
Priced at €75, this exclusive release serves as a unique collector's item for supporters of the Regionalliga West side. Curiously, while releasing this kit, the club has actively pushed an "All in Red" (Alle in Rot) motto for the fans attending the match, asking supporters to create a sea of red in the stands despite the team wearing their special-edition colors on the pitch.
What are your thoughts on this striking gradient Cup Final kit by Robey? Let us know in the comments below.
Aston Villa to Wear Third Kit with Charity Sponsor in Europa League Final
Aston Villa has officially confirmed they will wear their 2025-2026 Adidas third kit for the upcoming UEFA Europa League Final against SC Freiburg in Istanbul.
The decision was made due to a direct kit clash with the German side's traditional all-red home strip, forcing the Premier League club out of their iconic claret and blue. Furthermore, due to strict betting licensing regulations in Turkey, the club's principal partner, Betano, cannot be legally displayed on the jerseys. In response, the space is used by the Aston Villa Foundation for the historic showpiece event.
This special-edition jersey also features the Aston Villa Foundation branding across the chest in matching purple typography, sitting just below a commemorative Match ID text that marks the May 20 final at Besiktas Park.
Recognizing the historical significance of this unique uniform, the club is making the charity edition available to the public. Supporters can purchase these limited-edition shirts, complete with the foundation branding and central match details, in both authentic and replica versions from official club stores.
This rare combination of an alternate kit, a one-off charity sponsor, and European final detailing instantly makes this release a highly sought-after piece for shirt collectors.
