The 48 teams participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup got a look at yesterday at the ball they’ll be trying to put in the back of the net next summer. On Thursday, October 2, FIFA and adidas unveiled the “Trionda” match ball for the tournament on FIFA’s website and
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Trio of Mascots Unveiled for FIFA World Cup 2026
A moose, a jaguar and a bald eagle walk into a soccer tournament — stop me if you’ve heard this one before. On Thursday, September 25, the organizers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup unveiled the trio of mascots for next summer’s tournament, which will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico
Puma Teams Up With KidSuper for Artistic Takes on FIFA Club World Cup Kits
German manufacturer Puma is thinking outside the box for teams it outfits participating in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, joining forces with streetwear clothing brand KidSuper Studios to produce player and goalkeeper kits for seven teams that are “a unique blend of football, fashion and art.” The kits were
Denmark Women’s National Team Serves Up Classic Looks for Euro 2025
Denmark’s national women’s soccer team will be taking the pitch in some classic looks at this summer’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 tournament. The Danish Football Federation (DBU) and manufacturer Hummel unveiled both the team’s home and away kits this week, with just less than two months until the tournament kicks
Le Coq Sportif Files for Bankruptcy, Ends All Remaining Soccer Kit Deals
Soccer seemingly lost a legendary brand last week when French sportswear company Le Coq Sportif filed for bankruptcy. The company, which has been around since 1882, was placed under judicial restructuring proceedings by the Paris Commercial Court, according to a report in British newspaper The Sun. “Le Coq Sportif is
Puma, Portugal Unveil First National Team Kits Under New Contract
With their new contract coming into effect on January 1, Puma have wasted little time putting their stamp on Portugal’s national soccer teams. The German sportswear manufacturer and the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) unveiled new home and away kits — the first under the new contract between the two parties
Asian Football Confederation Rings in 2025 With New Logo
The Asian Football Confederation — which oversees club and international competitions on the world’s most populous continent — is ringing in the new year with a new logo. The AFC unveiled its new brand identity on December 31, 2024, calling it “the start of a brand new era today with
Mexican Football Federation Extends Kit Contract With Adidas Until 2034
Mexico’s national football teams will continue to wear the 3 Stripes until 2034 following the announcement of a contract extension last week. The Federación Mexicana de Futbol (FMF) announced on Friday, November 22, that they had extended their kit contract with German sportswear giant Adidas for another 10 years, “seeking
Puma Unveils New Home and Away Kits for Five African National Teams
Countries on the continent outfitted by Puma include Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Morocco and Senegal
FIFA Unveils Logo For 2025 Club World Cup
Tournament debuts new format in summer 2025 in United States with 32 club teams from six confederations around the world competing
German Football Association Announces Nike Kit Deal, Ending Decades-Long Partnership with Adidas
Shock move ends Germany’s 70-plus-year relationship with Adidas; new contract with Nike will run from 2027 to 2034
New Zealand Football, Puma Launch First National Team Kits Under New Deal
New Zealand Football announced new contract with Puma in December 2023; kits will debut at OFC Women’s Olympic Qualifier in Samoa