Adidas Announces Long-Term Czechia Kit Deal - Puma Era Ends After 33 Years
Sep 1, 2026, by Chris
- New Partnership Announcement: The Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) has officially partnered with Adidas as the new long-term official kit supplier and strategic partner for all national teams, including senior, youth, and futsal squads.
- End of Puma's 33-Year Era: This agreement marks the end of a 33-year partnership with Puma, which had outfitted the independent Czech national team continuously since May 1994, following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
- Kit Launch and Debut Dates: The full Adidas Czechia collection will launch on September 7, 2026, with the men's senior team debuting the new home kit in a UEFA Nations League match against Croatia on September 26, 2026.
The Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) has officially announced a new long-term partnership with Adidas, confirming the Three Stripes as the official kit supplier and strategic partner across all national teams.
The new deal covers the senior men's and women's national teams, youth squads, and futsal teams, with European retail specialist 11teamsports also acting as a service and distribution partner.
Czechia Adidas 2026-2027 Home Kit
The teaser image reveals a glimpse of the inaugural home shirt, featuring the signature Three Stripes on the shoulders in white against the classic Czech red base, plus navy-blue detailing on the collar.
Adidas Czechia Kit Deal
The agreement brings an end to a 33-year relationship with Puma, who had outfitted the Czech national team uninterrupted since 1994 following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
The departure from Puma represents a massive historical break for Czechia. Ever since the peaceful dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1993, Puma has served as the sole kit manufacturer for the independent Czech national team (the first match with Puma kits was played in May 1994).
Czechoslovakia Adidas Kits
Indeed, Czechoslovakia famously wore the 3 stripes.
The complete Adidas Czechia collection - including match kits, training gear, and lifestyle wear - is scheduled for an official launch on September 7, 2026. The men's senior team will debut the new home kit in the UEFA Nations League against Croatia on September 26, 2026, followed by the away kit debut against Spain on 3 October, 2026.
Are you excited to see the Czechia switch to Adidas, or will you miss their historic three-decade partnership with Puma? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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