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Following a turbulent 2024/25 campaign, Real Madrid are preparing for a reset – and their new kits for the upcoming season could be a visual marker of that fresh chapter.

The past season saw Los Blancos fall short across multiple fronts. Barcelona snatched away the La Liga title and outclassed Madrid in both the Spanish Super Cup and the Copa del Rey final. In Europe, the Champions League dream ended abruptly with a crushing quarter-final defeat to Arsenal.

With major changes on the horizon – including the expected arrival of Xabi Alonso as manager and high-profile signings like Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen – Madrid fans have reasons to be optimistic again.

And if the latest leaks are to be believed, they’ll also be seeing their team sporting a trio of striking new kits.

Leaked images on social media reveal the designs of Real Madrid’s home, away, and third kits for the 2025/26 season. Manufactured by adidas, the collection blends modern style with nostalgic nods to iconic eras in the club’s history.

The home shirt stays true to Madrid tradition with a crisp white base, but introduces stylish yellow highlights and light grey accents for a subtle modern twist. Black logos and a bright yellow stripe running down each side add contrast and flair.

The look, according to Footy Headlines, draws inspiration from the 2009/10 season – Cristiano Ronaldo’s first in Madrid – and the 2015/16 Champions League-winning campaign.

The away kit is a bold navy blue, accented with silver logos and light volt detailing. The colour palette recalls the 2012/13 season, while the inclusion of adidas’ modern Tiro 25 template and a retro-style collar offers a sleek, updated silhouette.

Perhaps the most eye-catching of the three is the third kit: a vibrant bright blue shirt featuring faint diagonal stripes and jagged shoulder detailing. It leans fully into retro territory, swapping the usual Adidas performance logo for the classic trefoil emblem – a throwback to the brand’s kits from the 1980s and early ’90s.

Although Real Madrid have yet to confirm the designs, the leaked images have already sparked buzz among supporters – and signal a renewed sense of identity as the club looks to bounce back stronger next season.

New manager, new signings, and now, new kits. If the leaks are accurate, Madrid could be looking the part as they chase redemption in 2025/26.

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Newcastle United and Aston Villa have each unveiled fresh kit designs ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season.

Villa kicked things off by launching their new away shirt, followed by Newcastle revealing their latest black and white home shirt.

Villa’s away kit features a sleek black base with raglan shoulders inspired by Birmingham’s iconic Bullring shopping centre, where the club recently opened a new official store.

According to the club, the shirt, which is manufactured by adidas, is “built for fast-paced football,” boasting a slim fit and lightweight fabric, alongside a “Villans” sign-off on the back neck for a signature touch.

Newcastle’s new home shirt, meanwhile – which is also adidas-made – offers a modern twist on their traditional black and white stripes, incorporating a serrated edge to create a distinctive Shepherd’s Check pattern.

Light blue accents on the collar and side seams nod to classic designs from previous adidas and Puma eras, while the phrase “Howay the Lads” is proudly printed on the back neck.

Both clubs will debut their new kits during the final round of the 2024/25 Premier League season. Newcastle will wear theirs at St. James’ Park as they host Everton, while Aston Villa will unveil theirs on the road against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

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Tottenham Hotspur enjoyed a historic night in Bilbao as they beat Manchester United to win the UEFA Europa League to lift their first trophy in 17 years.

A scrappy first-half goal from Brennan Johnson proved decisive in sunny Spain, sealing a long-awaited triumph that will go down as one of the most memorable nights in Spurs’ 142-year history.

Unsurprisingly, the players celebrated in style.

Following jubilant scenes on the pitch and in the dressing room – where beer and champagne flowed – the team returned to their hotel in the heart of the city aboard the team bus, where the party rolled on. Social media posts and stories captured players dancing, singing, and soaking in the moment.

Yves Bissouma, in particular, stole the spotlight, dancing shirtless in the aisle with his winner’s medal proudly draped around his neck.

Once back at their hotel, the celebrations continued, with some players and staff partying well into the early hours – still in their full kits.

Clips shared on social media platform X showed the squad singing Gala’s “Freed from Desire” – the iconic football anthem made famous by the exploits of former Wigan striker Will Grigg – as late as 3am with drinks in hands and smiles all around.

Even on the plane journey home, the celebrations rolled on, with players proudly posing with the trophy and continuing the chants of “Glory, Glory, Tottenham Hotspur.”

One trophy, seventeen years in the making — and one hell of a party to match.

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AC Milan have officially unveiled their new home kit for the 2025/26 season – and it’s drawing inspiration from the club’s legendary “devil” identity.

The striking design features Milan’s iconic red and black stripes engulfed in flames, creating a bold visual tribute to one of the club’s founding fathers, Herbert Kilpin.

In a statement, Milan explained the kit “pays tribute to one of the historic symbols of the club.” Kilpin, who founded Milan in 1899 after moving from England, famously envisioned the team as a “team of devils,” once declaring: “Our colors will be red like flames and black to invoke fear in our opponents.”

Now, that vision takes shape not only on the pitch but also in the club’s latest look, which includes a fiery red crest and flame graphics across the front of the jersey.

The kit launch was accompanied by a dramatic reveal video, featuring star players such as Christian Pulisic and Kyle Walker modelling the new strip amid a setting resembling the scorched depths of hell.

Marco Mueller, PUMA’s Senior Director of Product Line Management Teamsport Apparel, praised the concept: “We’re very excited to be unveiling a kit that is so synonymous with the original vision and core principles of AC Milan, one that has since resonated with millions across the globe.

“This kit is sure to remind everyone of the fear this team can distill in the opposition and ensure the Rossoneri bring the heat from the sidelines.”

The Rossoneri will debut the kit on May 24, 2025, in their final Serie A match of the season against Monza.

The 2025/26 home shirt is now available in AC Milan Official Stores, online at store.acmilan.com, at PUMA stores, PUMA.com, and select global retailers.

Whether or not the strip will strike fear into the hearts of their opponents remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure — it’s a hell of a kit.

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Ahead of the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championships, Pepsi has launched a new global campaign titled “Refresh the Game”, blending football nostalgia with modern-day star power in a celebration of the sport’s evolution.

The one-minute film features current Pepsi ambassadors Alexia Putellas, Lauren James, Leah Williamson, Caroline Graham Hansen, and Farah Jefry. It also brings back legendary figures Pelé, Ronaldinho and David Beckham to recreate some of Pepsi’s most iconic adverts.

“Refresh the Game” kicks off with a press conference scene before the players are transported into memorable moments from Pepsi’s advertising history.

Putellas is first, joining Pelé in a recreation of the 1974 film “Join the Pepsi Generation.” Graham Hansen then appears alongside Ronaldinho in a high-energy sequence inspired by Pepsi’s 2005 “Surfers” ad, set dramatically over water. James makes a surprise cameo in the 2003 Wild West-themed commercial originally featuring David Beckham, cheekily intercepting his drink as it slides across the bar.

The film wraps up in the present day, with Putellas flicking a Pepsi can from Beckham’s hands to James, who takes a sip – signifying the passing of the torch from past icons to today’s game-changers.

True to its name, “Refresh the Game” connects football’s legendary past with its rapidly evolving present, putting women’s football front and centre.

David Beckham shared his excitement about the collaboration: “We’re witnessing a new generation of sporting superstars, and it’s been an honour to feature alongside them. The players in this campaign have played a pivotal role in getting women’s football to where it is today.”

Cathy Graham Kidd, Senior Marketing Director at Pepsi, added: “Our new film ‘Refresh the Game’ celebrates football legends of the past and champions the stars redefining the game today.

“At Pepsi we are committed to accelerating women’s football, supporting those who challenge conventions to drive excitement and change. By using the power of entertainment, together, we want to bring women’s football to new audiences by showcasing the raw talent and joy it brings.”

As the Women’s Euro 2025 approaches, Pepsi’s campaign sets the tone—bridging generations of football while celebrating the women reshaping its future.

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