The best new football kits for the 2025/26 season we've seen so far

New season, new kits — and the following are worthy of a wear.

On the left the new Chelsea away kit and on the right the new Charlton home kit
(Image credit: Chelsea FC / Charlton Athletic)

With Chelsea officially champions of the world (genuinely, wild time), Donald Trump robbing medals, and the Euros coming to a close, the summer of football is nearing its end, meaning it is time to look ahead to the 25/26 season.

From goal hangers to what's on the hanger, we’ve listed some of our favourite new football kits that have dropped ahead of the upcoming season.

It's worth noting that many clubs are still awaiting the release of their kits, with most teams having only unveiled their home and away strips so far. We will be sure to update this once we have an idea of those kits, but that doesn't mean that there aren't some already cracking options already revealed.

Keep reading for our favourite kits announced so far for the 2025/26 season...


Gillingham: Away Kit

Gillingham, Kent’s only professional team (Bromley is officially part of London, please don't @ us), may not be that well known but this season the club has knocked out a corker of an away kit. These threads should be the talk of football shirt-wearing aficionados, no matter if you support the badge on the chest or not.

Speaking of the badge, the side has opted for an alternative design for the away kit, which can be seen on the chest in the same gold as the accents. The top itself is black, with a lighter black and grey stripe running through it.

Charlton Athletic: Home Kit

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Charlton Athletic’s new home kit marks the start of a fresh partnership with Reebok, who replace Castore as the club’s kit supplier. This significant collaboration marks Reebok's return to English football kit manufacturing after more than a decade and taps nicely into giving the whole kit a retro aesthetic.

West Ham United: Away Kit

West Ham's away kit this year keeps it simple and clean, whilst also boasting a new sponsor. What's nice about buying any kit from West Ham is the choice you have, as the club is one of the few that allow you to select whether you want the sponsor or long sleeves. And let's be honest, every kit looks better with long sleeves.

The ecru top brings a classic feel with the cuffs and collar offering a welcome contrast that only elevates the top overall – it’s hard to say why, but there is something very ageless about Umbro’s last away kit for the Hammers

Arsenal: Away Kit

Arsenal have had some blinding kits since switching over to Adidas a few years ago, and with plenty of new signings coming in this summer. This two-tone lightning bolt kit feels like it could become a classic for Arsenal fans.

If the club can start to replicate the class its kits have delivered off the pitch, the fans will be laughing.

Chelsea: Away Kit

Chelsea's new away shirt for the 25/26 season features an off-white base, subtly accented with red and green pinstripes. This modern design reinterprets the bold red-and-green stripe from their 1974–75 kit, which itself was inspired by Hungary’s "Magnificent Magyars."

Nike describes this design as a "London masterpiece," and to give the company credit, it might be right. Currently, this is one of the standout kits released ahead of the new season and is likely to remain that way.

Tottenham Hotspur: Home Kit

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Nike’s Tottenham Hotspur 2025–26 home kit blends tradition with a fresh but classic look, thanks in part to moving the club's badge and manufacturer logo to the centre. The classic white base is complemented by modern, angular navy shoulder panels that extend around the arms.

Thomas Frank should be happy with this new look, Ange not so much.

Blackburn: Away Kit

This rich gold strip is not just celebrating the club's 150th anniversary; it's practically a love letter to Blackburn itself. It subtly weaves local landmarks like the Corporation Park, the rather grand Blackburn Cathedral, and even good old Ewood Park into the very fabric. So, you can literally wear your local pride, thread by thread.

The club crest sits proudly centred below the neckline, flanked by the ever-present Macron Hero and the very large Watson Ramsbottom sponsor – the only downside is the egregious sponsor, but it doesn’t stop the kit from being a doozy.

Aston Villa: Away kit

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Aston Villa’s 2025–26 away kit was designed by Adidas and released on May 22, 2025. It's black with light grey-blue accents and is inspired by Birmingham's Bullring.

It features raglan sleeves with a dotted pattern, monochrome grey/silver logos, and a Villans sign-off on the back. This season marks the second time Adidas have knocked out kits for the Birmingham-based club.

Bradford City: Away kit

Bradford City’s new away kit is a tribute to the clubs 1970s heritage. It features a white base with claret and amber vertical stripes, and shoulder panels, subtly embossed with "BC". A black ribbon beneath the collar honors the Valley Parade Fire Disaster victims. The shirt also acknowledges Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.

Morgan Truder
Staff Writer

Morgan got his start in writing by talking about his passion for gaming. He worked for sites like VideoGamer and GGRecon, knocking out guides, writing news, and conducting interviews before a brief stint as RealSport101's Managing Editor. He then went on to freelance for Radio Times before joining Shortlist as a staff writer. Morgan is still passionate about gaming and keeping up with the latest trends, but he also loves exploring his other interests, including grimy bars, soppy films, and wavey garms. All of which will undoubtedly come up at some point over a pint.

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