YOUR BREAKDOWN OF THE BEST KITS OF THE 2026/2027 SEASON BY BRAND: ADIDAS, NIKE AND PUMA

Published: 28/08/2026 | By: Will Sendel

New season, new shirts. The 2026/27 campaign has brought some seriously good football kits with it, from fresh takes on the club to designs that draw on historic moments. We’ve picked out some of the biggest names from adidas, Nike and PUMA and put them all in one place, so whoever you’re backing, you’ll find a kit with your name on it.

ADIDAS

adidas has gone big for 2026/27, with five footballing giants in its line-up. Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid all bring something different to the table, but there’s a common thread running through the collection: big club identities, inspiration from history and shirts that look like they belong on those big fixtures

ARSENAL

Arsenal know that they don't need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to an iconic home shirt. The famous red-and-white combination does most of the talking, but the 2026/27 design gives the classic look a fresh spin without losing what makes it unmistakably Arsenal. It's the kind of shirt that looks just as at home at the Emirates as it does on the terraces.

MANCHESTER UNITED

Manchester United have looked to their past for the 2026/27 home shirt. The influence of the club's 1970s era is apparent from the off: the traditional red with a polo-style collar and striped cuffs, giving the shirt a proper retro feel. If you're into classic United kits, this one has plenty to get excited about.

LIVERPOOL

Liverpool and adidas have opened the archives for 2026/27. This season’s kits lean heavily into late-80s nostalgia, evoking memories of Ian Rush’s heroics up front and John Barnes’ creative flair. White, red and grey come together with a heritage Liver Bird crest, giving it that unmistakable old-school Liverpool look.

BAYERN MUNICH

Bayern Munich are sticking to what they do best. The 2026/27 collection gives fans the classic look across home, away and third shirts, with each one bringing its own take on one of European football's most iconic clubs. It's Bayern through and through – exactly what you'd expect, but with enough detail to make the new season feel fresh.

REAL MADRID

Real Madrid and adidas have another heavyweight in the 2026/27 collection, with the famous all-white look getting a fresh update. It’s not lost the iconic style, but subtle detailing give it a modern edge. Los Blancos have always understood simplicity, and this shirt is no exception; it’s an instant classic perfect for matchdays or chill days.

NIKE

Nike's 2026/27 season is stacked with some of the biggest clubs in Europe. Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona all bring very different identities to the table making this one of the collections to look for if you're after something different.

CHELSEA

Chelsea's 2026/27 home shirt keeps things unmistakably blue. The classic Chelsea look is given a sharper finish, making this one for fans who want something that feels rooted in the club without simply copying designs from the past. Throw in Nike's performance version and you've got a shirt ready that’s ready for the season.

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR

Tottenham's 2026/27 collection brings the familiar look back, but of course Nike have given the club's home, away and third shirts their own distinct personality. The home shirt keeps things classic, while the wider collection gives Spurs fans a chance to go beyond the usual white into something new.

BARCELONA

Some clubs don't need an introduction, and Barcelona's is one of them. The 2026/27 collection takes one of the most recognisable designs in the game and breathes new life into it. Whether you're watching from the Camp Nou or your local, or sporting it away from football, this is a shirt that’s instantly recognisable.

PUMA

For 2026/27, PUMA have brought together three heavyweight names from three very different football cultures. Manchester City’s dominance of the modern game, Borussia Dortmund’s relentless energy and AC Milan’s legendary heritage all come through in their latest shirts, with each club bringing its own identity to the collection.

MANCHESTER CITY

Manchester City's latest kit continues to play with the club's familiar sky blue while pushing the design in a more contemporary direction. The result is an unmistakably City feel, but doesn't settle for the obvious. If you're looking for a shirt that represents the Citizens’ modern era, this is it.

BORUSSIA DORTMUND

Yellow and black- that's all you need to know to spot Borussia Dortmund. PUMA's latest Dortmund looks makes the most of one of football's best colour combinations, with a bold design that suit a club whose fans and atmosphere are every bit as famous as the team. Whether it’s the classic home shirt or the away or third strip, here are three shirts with plenty of attitude.

AC MILAN

From one iconic striped kit to another, AC Milan's red and black look is one of the game’s classics. PUMA gets to work with one of football's great visual identities again for 2026/27, keeping the Rossoneri's famous colours at the of the design. It's difficult to make Milan's stripes look bad, but this season PUMA have taken them to the next level.

THE NEW SEASON STARTS HERE

That's the beauty of a new football season: before a ball has even been kicked, there's a new collection of shirts to argue about. Whether you're loyal to your club's classic colours, hunting down a retro-inspired design or simply looking for the best shirt of the season, adidas, Nike and PUMA have all brought serious contenders to the table.