United States unveil new stars and stripes kits for 2026 World Cup
The United States Soccer Federation has unveiled the new Nike home and away kits that will be worn by all 27 national teams ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The host nation drew inspiration directly from the American flag to design two distinct strips for this summer’s expanded tournament.
The striking home shirt features wavy red and white stripes that closely resemble the memorable design worn during the 2012 campaign.
In contrast, the away jersey offers a more understated navy blue aesthetic subtly embellished with stars.
Unified design across all squads
For the first time in the organisation’s history, every single representative squad, including the highly successful women’s team, will share the exact same crest and kit design.
“A national team jersey represents the pride of wearing the crest, not just for players on the field, but also for the fans who support them every step of the way,” said Dave Wright, chief commercial officer of U.S. Soccer.
Extensive consultation with players took place throughout the development process, with design workshops focusing heavily on fabric weight, mobility, and seam placement.
Unique details have also been incorporated into the final product, including an “Inner Pride” mark inside the collar and a bespoke “Stars and Stripes” font for names and numbers.
On-pitch debut and tournament opener
“If you want to be loud and proud and represent the crest, no one’s going to doubt who you’re there for in the light kit,” said Ronnie J. Stewart, global product director for Nike.
Supporters will catch their first glimpse of the new strips in action when Mauricio Pochettino’s side face Belgium in a friendly at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium on March 28.
The American squad will then remain in Georgia to take on Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal on April 1 as their tournament preparations intensify.
The 2026 World Cup campaign officially begins for the co-hosts on June 12, when they meet Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
