Real Madrid and adidas have unveiled the club’s 2025-2026 Third Kit, a design that combines contemporary aesthetics with deep historical roots. Presented in a striking shade of blue, the jersey reflects both the identity of the Santiago Bernabéu and the enduring legacy of one of football’s most storied clubs.
Design and Technical Features
The 2025-2026 Real Madrid Third Kit features a slim fit profile designed for on-pitch performance. Crafted from 100% recycled polyester, the jersey incorporates adidas’ advanced performance fabrics to ensure breathability, comfort, and durability during high-intensity play.
The shirt’s primary colour is a vibrant blue, accented with sharp white detailing, including serrated 3-Stripes across the shoulders and the iconic Trefoil logo for a heritage touch. The Real Madrid crest is heat-applied, ensuring a lightweight finish, while the crewneck collar offers a clean, classic silhouette.
The textured fabric draws inspiration from the Bernabéu’s newly installed seating, adding subtle depth to the design and creating a connection between the stadium and the shirt.
History and Inspiration
This season’s third kit pays homage to a defining phrase in Real Madrid history: “90 Minutos en el Bernabéu son molto longo” – “90 minutes at the Bernabéu are very long.” First spoken by club legend Juanito during the 1984-1985 UEFA Cup semi-final against Inter Milan, the quote embodies the club’s never-say-die spirit and the intimidating atmosphere of their home ground.
The inner neck of the shirt features this iconic slogan, celebrating the passion and resilience that define Real Madrid. The choice of blue also evokes memories of the 2013-2014 away kit, the season in which the club achieved “La Décima” – their long-awaited 10th European Cup.
Usage and Debut
The new Third Kit will make its debut during select La Liga and UEFA Champions League fixtures in the 2025-26 season. It will also feature in adidas’ upcoming global marketing campaign, highlighting the synergy between classic football heritage and modern performance innovation.
Did You Know?
- The slogan inside the collar is one of the most famous phrases in Real Madrid history, symbolising the Bernabéu as a fortress where matches are never over until the final whistle.
- The design subtly reflects the new stadium seating, a nod to the club’s ongoing evolution both on and off the pitch.
- The kit’s colourway is one of the most beloved among Madridistas, recalling past glories and connecting past eras with future ambitions.
