3 Stripes. 6 Stars. Over 70 Years: Adidas Bids Emotional Farewell to Germany
Adidas has officially published a heartfelt farewell tribute to the German national football team, marking the final stretch of one of sport's most iconic partnerships. Under the caption "3 stripes. 6 stars. over 70 years. This farewell means something different to everyone. This partnership meant everything to us," the Three Stripes shared a commemorative video reflecting on more than seven decades of history together. The historic alliance, which began in 1954 during the legendary "Miracle of Bern" World Cup victory, will officially conclude on December 31, 2026.
The tribute caps off an emotional send-off period between Adidas and the DFB. Ahead of the split, Adidas launched a special black-and-gold farewell kit collection carrying retro Trefoil branding, commemorative 1954 detailing, and heritage name sets honoring German football legends across both the men's and women's games. The final international break of the year also featured an emotional farewell gathering for the squad and staff at Adidas's headquarters and Home Ground facility in Herzogenaurach, celebrating a joint legacy that delivered four men's and two women's World Cup titles.
From January 1, 2027, Nike will officially take over as the technical kit supplier for all German national teams under a historic eight-year deal running through 2034. While the seismic switch to Nike shocked the football world when announced, Adidas is bowing out with pride, closing the curtain on an era that fundamentally shaped international football kit culture.
