DR Congo Arrive at 2026 World Cup in Custom Leopard-Themed Suits
Jun 13, 2026, by Phan Tich Giay
The Democratic Republic of Congo national football team has arrived in Houston, USA, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making a striking impression with their arrival attire. Foregoing the traditional tracksuits, the squad stepped off the plane wearing custom-tailored suits heavily featuring leopard prints and animal motifs. The outfits serve as a bold representation of the team's Leopards nickname and highlight their cultural identity on football's biggest stage.
The bespoke arrival outfits incorporate various elements of African heritage, including leopard prints, cheetah brooches, and elephant embroidery. In DRC culture, the leopard is a historic symbol of strength, power, and resilience. The team's sartorial choice has drawn praise for its unique aesthetic, standing out alongside the arrival outfits of other African nations like Ivory Coast and Senegal.
DR Congo will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against Portugal on June 17. While their on-pitch kits will be closely watched, their pre-tournament fashion has already set a high standard, showcasing a strong sense of national pride and individuality before a ball has even been kicked.
Darmstadt 98 26-27 Away Kit Released
German club SV Darmstadt 98 and kit supplier Craft have officially unveiled the team's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip introduces a refined, retro-inspired aesthetic, featuring an elegant off-white cream base complemented by classic blue details.
The centerpiece of the Darmstadt 26-27 away jersey is a bold royal blue horizontal chest band, which contains a subtle tonal fleur-de-lis pattern inside as a nod to the club's iconic lily symbol. Centered directly above the chest stripe are the blue lily badge and the Craft logo, while main sponsor HAIX is printed inside the chest band in white. Blue detailing on the sleeve cuffs and shoulder seams completes the clean look.
Eintracht Braunschweig 26-27 Away Kit Released
German 2. Bundesliga club Eintracht Braunschweig and technical sponsor Umbro have officially launched the new away shirt for the 26-27 season.
The Umbro Eintracht Braunschweig 26-27 away jersey features a rich blue base paired with elegant gold accents. The collar and sleeve cuffs are detailed in a darker navy blue, with the cuffs featuring a subtle gold patterned trim. The circular club crest, Umbro double diamond logo, and main sponsor BRAWO GROUP are all applied in matching gold accents.
Blue shorts and socks complete the full Eintracht Braunschweig 26-27 away strip.
Queen of the South 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Scottish club Queen of the South and technical partner Macron have officially launched the club's new home and away jerseys for the 26-27 season. Designed around the slogan "It's time to Turn The Page," both strips bring distinctive bespoke visuals to the Doonhamers.
The Queen of the South 26-27 home kit features a classic royal blue base highlighted by a subtle vertical wavy pinstripe graphic running down the torso. A white polo collar with contrasting blue tipping is complemented by matching sleeve cuffs, a white Macron hero logo, and the traditional circular club crest.
The 26-27 away kit introduces a clean off-white shade paired with navy blue and maroon detailing along the crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs. The front of the shirt features a centered layout, placing a raised vintage monogram crest directly below the technical sponsor logo. Both new shirts are available now for pre-order via the official club store.
Barnsley 26-27 Away Kit Released
Barnsley FC and sportswear brand Oxen have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip is set to make its debut on pitch in Barnsley's pre-season fixture against Lincoln City.
The Oxen Barnsley 26-27 away shirt features a dark navy base covered with a subtle geometric pattern across the body. All branding and sponsor details, alongside a monochrome adaptation of the club crest, appear in a striking bright blue. Crisp white trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs adds contrast, while a "The Tykes" sign-off is placed below the rear collar.
Completing the set, matching dark navy shorts and socks accompany the jersey. The Barnsley 26-27 away kit is available to purchase now through the official club store and online shop.
Gamba Osaka 26-27 AFC Champions League Kits Released
Japanese club Gamba Osaka and Danish sportswear brand Hummel have officially unveiled the team's new kits for the 26-27 AFC Champions League campaign. Designed specifically for continental competition, the lineup includes Home, Away, and Goalkeeper uniforms featuring unique graphic detailing and updated badge placements.
The 26-27 home kit incorporates a dynamic blue and black design set against a wave-patterned background, complemented by 12 diagonal stripes of varying thickness that symbolize unity between the squad and their supporters. The away jersey arrives in a clean white look with contrasting blue collar and sleeve cuff trim, while the goalkeeper kit is presented in a bright red colorway.
Unlike the domestic J1 League shirts, the continental versions prominently feature a Japanese flag positioned above the crest on the left chest alongside a gold shield patch in the center. Official pre-orders for fan club members begin on August 1, with general availability following on August 6.
Bala Town 26-27 Home Kit Released
Welsh club Bala Town FC and Macron have officially revealed the new home kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip introduces a clean, classic design for the Lakesiders as they prepare for the campaign ahead.
The Macron Bala Town 26-27 home shirt features a clean white base paired with subtle, faint horizontal pinstripes running across the front. Dark navy accents provide contrast along the sleeve cuffs and the distinctive collar, which includes multi-stripe ribbing and a dark triangular insert at the front.
Completing the look, the Macron logo is placed on the right chest, with the Bala Town club crest featured on the left and main sponsor Aykroyds displayed across the center. The new home uniform is now available through the club's official shop.
All-New Ligue 3 Sleeve Patch Revealed
Following the official transformation of France's third division into the professional Ligue 3 for the 26-27 season, the competition's new official sleeve patch has been revealed. The patch was first pictured on the newly released 26-27 home kit for Le Puy Foot 43, made by Hummel, giving supporters a direct look at the updated league identity.
The new Ligue 3 sleeve patch features a rectangular structure with a dark textured background enclosed by a thin border. The word LIGUE appears at the top in clean white lettering above a large stylized geometric 3 emblem. A vibrant red strip at the bottom showcases title sponsor Betclic in white text, bringing a modern and standardized look to the third tier.
This update marks an important moment for French football as the division transitions to full professional status for the 26-27 campaign. All 18 competing clubs in Ligue 3 Betclic will wear the new sleeve badges throughout the season starting this August.
Racing Ferrol 26-27 Home Kit Released
Spanish club Racing Club de Ferrol and Adidas have officially unveiled the team's new home kit for the 26-27 season. Released under the motto #Orixe (Galician for Origin), the design returns to a pure and uncluttered aesthetic that celebrates the club's history and pays tribute to legendary club figure Cholo.
The Racing Ferrol 26-27 home shirt features a deep green base paired with a classic polo collar with a single button closure. White Adidas three-stripes sit across the shoulders, while the chest displays the brand logo alongside the traditional full-color club crest. Main sponsor Estrella Galicia 0,0 takes center stage on the front, while a special golden shell motif featuring the club's founding year 1919 adorns the lower hem.
White shorts with green side stripes and green socks complete the classic ensemble for the upcoming campaign. The overall design emphasizes a clean, no-frills look that highlights green as the defining identity of the Galician side.
