It’s official — adidas has dropped its largest-ever collection of home football kits just in time for FIFA World Cup 2026, and every jersey tells a story. The brand revealed 22 bespoke home kits representing nations from Argentina to Japan, Italy to Mexico, and Germany to Spain, each designed with a bold blend of heritage, innovation, and unmistakable national identity. It’s a collection that doesn’t just celebrate the game — it celebrates the world.
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The world’s game, reimagined
With 2026 marking the first-ever World Cup spread across Canada, Mexico, and the USA, adidas wanted to go big. Each design nods to a nation’s history, landscape, and culture — from iconic patterns and traditional architecture to the colours that define a country’s soul. The result? Jerseys that are both nostalgic and forward-thinking, bridging generations of fans with a fresh, modern aesthetic.
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Hidden within each design are small, discoverable details — dates of historic victories, subtle tributes to past kits, and symbols of national pride. They’re easter eggs for fans, ensuring every shirt offers more than just visual appeal — it tells a story.
Built for legends, designed for the future
Of course, this is adidas — and performance innovation is stitched into every seam. To handle the intense climates across three host nations, each kit is made using CLIMACOOL+ technology with 3D-engineered stretch fabrics that wick sweat and enhance breathability. Strategically placed mesh panels and wide 3-stripe tapes keep airflow optimal even when the pressure’s on.
There’s also a new visual twist — a lenticular, heat-applied crest and adidas logo that appear to shift when viewed from different angles. It’s a small touch with big impact, adding a futuristic edge to an already bold lineup.
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A celebration of identity
“The national kit is the symbol of nation’s togetherness and pride,” says Sam Handy, GM of adidas Football. Thomas Mace, VP of Design, echoes the sentiment: “Every jersey tells a story — blending cultural heritage with modern aesthetics — and is built using our most advanced technologies to keep players cool and comfortable on football’s biggest stage.”
Highlights from the collection
- Argentina: The classic sky-blue and white stripes fade through tones inspired by Argentina’s World Cup triumphs in 1978, 1986, and 2022. The back neck reads 1896 — a nod to the founding of the AFA.
- Germany: A fusion of past glories, with repeating diamond and chevron patterns referencing iconic designs from earlier victories, including 2014.
- Italy: The Azzurra lives on. A bold, deep blue celebrates the FIGC’s heritage, with “Azzurra” in gold at the back of the neck.
- Japan: A wave-inspired graphic captures the nation’s horizon — where sky meets sea — blending ash and horizon blue tones.
- Mexico: The new green kit bursts with pride and unity. On the neck, the words “SOMOS MÉXICO” remind fans that football is their heartbeat.
- Spain: Classic red meets modern minimalism with yellow pinstripes inspired by the national flag and crest, and “ESPAÑA” emblazoned proudly on the back.
For fans, by fans
More than just shirts, these jerseys are wearable expressions of national pride — crafted to connect fans across borders and generations. Whether you’re cheering in the stadiums of North America or from your couch halfway across the globe, adidas wants you to feel part of the story. All 22 home jerseys are available now at adidas retail stores, select partners, and online at adidas.ca. With this drop, adidas isn’t just redefining football fashion — it’s redefining what it means to wear your nation.
