EXCLUSIVE: Adidas to Release Schalke 1997 Remake Kit
- First-Ever Schalke Remake Kit: Adidas is poised to release the first-ever remake kit for FC Schalke 04, marking a significant event since their reunion in 2022.
- Expected Release and Era: The Adidas Schalke 2026-2027 remake shirt is anticipated to launch in early 2027, with the 1990s being the most likely decade for its inspiration.
- Historic Design Pool: Adidas has an extensive catalog of historic Schalke designs from their 48-year sponsorship between 1970 and 2018, with the 1990s potentially inspiring a reproduction of the iconic "Eurofighters" UEFA Cup-winning kit from 1997.
Update - Sunday, June 14, 2026: Adidas will re-release the Schalke 1997 home kit. The kit was worn in the 1996-97 & 1997-98 seasons with different sponsors - Kärcher and Veltins. We do not know which will be re-released, but Veltins is surely the more iconic sponsor - while Kärcher was worn in the victorious 1997 UEFA Pokal final.
The Adidas Schalke 1997 remake kit is the first reedition for FC Schalke 04, marking a highly anticipated milestone for the Gelsenkirchen side.
Schalke wore the away kit in the 1997 UEFA Cup final
Schalke and the German sportswear company reunited in 2022. Four and a half years later, Adidas dips deep into their shared archives to bring a beloved piece of Die Königsblauen history back to life.
Schalke 26-27 Remake Kit
Original Adidas Schalke 1997-1998 kit.
The Adidas Schalke 2026-2027 remake shirt takes us back in the past century, and the year 1997 in particular - when Schalke won the UEFA Cup.
Adidas had a massive, unprecedented catalog of historic Schalke designs to choose from, having continuously served as the club's technical sponsor for a staggering 48 years between 1970 and 2018 before a brief four-year stint with Umbro. The 2027 remake is a faithful reproduction of the iconic, baggy template worn by the legendary "Eurofighters" who famously lifted the UEFA Cup in 1997.
The Adidas FC Schalke 2026-2027 remake jersey will be launched in early 2027.
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AD Mérida 26-27 Home Kit Released
Spanish Primera Federación club AD Mérida has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season, made by technical partner Macron. Launched under a campaign highlighting the club's history and regional identity, the design continues the long-standing partnership between the Extremaduran side and the Italian sportswear brand.
The AD Mérida 26-27 home shirt features a crisp white body paired with bold green sleeves and shoulders. Black and white detailing trims the sleeve cuffs and collar, which also features a dark front v-insert. The Macron Hero logo is applied in black on the right chest and shoulders, while the club crest is placed over the left chest above central sponsor lettering.
On the back, green player names and numbers with dark outlines complement the overall look, finishing a sleek design for the upcoming campaign.
Inter San Carlos 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Newly promoted Costa Rican Liga Promerica side Inter San Carlos have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season, made by local sports brand Monarca. The new jerseys will be worn as the club makes its top-flight debut in Costa Rican football following their recent promotion.
The Inter San Carlos 26-27 home kit comes in green, featuring dark green vertical panels decorated with a bold jaguar spot pattern. Thin gold pinstripes run down the jersey, complemented by gold detailing on the collar and sleeve cuffs alongside white sponsor logos.
Completing the set, the Inter San Carlos 26-27 away jersey opts for a clean white base highlighted by faint feline spot graphics across the chest. Gold vertical pinstripes line the body, while green accents on the collar, sleeve cuffs, and sponsor branding finish off the design.
Adidas Originals River Plate 26-27 Retro Bag Leaked
Footy Headlines can share an image of the River Plate 2026-27 football bag, featuring a retro-inspired design. It comes with the Trefoil logo and a historic River Plate crest inspired by the club's first-ever emblem, which was used between 1918 and 1928.
Dortmund 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Launch Soon
@opaleak has shared a promo image of Borussia Dortmund's new 2026-27 third kit ahead of its official release. It is set to be released today, July 30.
National Team Crest Evolutions
Renowned football designer Emilio Sansolini (@EmilioSansolini) has published a comprehensive visual overview highlighting the evolution of national team crests around the world. Titled 'Then & Now', the graphics showcase dozens of international football federations, comparing their previous badges directly with their current modern redesigns.
The visual collection covers major footballing nations alongside smaller federations across all major continental confederations. High-profile rebrands featured in the comparison include France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States, illustrating the widespread shift toward minimalist aesthetics, modernized heraldry, and sleeker digital styling over the past decade.
While many modern redesigns aim to create cleaner, more scalable digital logos, fan reactions to these visual shifts remain mixed. Minimalist updates for nations like Spain, Mexico, and South Korea have often sparked debate regarding traditional heritage versus modern branding, whereas updates for federations such as Iceland, Costa Rica, and Venezuela have generally received praise for introducing fresh identity concepts.
Walsall FC 26-27 Third Kit Released
Walsall FC and Macron have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Completing the Saddlers' strip collection alongside the previously launched home and away uniforms, the new jersey delivers a clean look for the upcoming campaign.
The Macron Walsall 26-27 third shirt comes in a dark navy base, complemented by crisp white details throughout. White piping outlines the raglan shoulder seams, paired with a matching crew-neck collar and trim on the sleeve cuffs. Instead of the traditional club crest, the jersey features a minimalist silhouette of the swift bird on the chest, along with white logos for Macron and main sponsor NoFo Brew Co.






