After several years of cooperation with Nike, the Croatian Football Association is starting a new chapter with Adidas, and the public has already seen the appearance of the first domestic set of jerseys from the German manufacturer.
According to writing Footy Headlinesthe new jersey for the 2026/2027 season. brings interesting twist in the recognizable design of Croatian red and white squares. Adidas has incorporated them Glagolitic motifsan ancient Slavic script that has a strong connection with Croatian cultural heritage.
Leaked photos show that it is legendary pattern retained for which the Croatian national team is known all over the world, but with one striking detail. Within the red fields there are graphic elements inspired by the Glagolitic alphabet, while the collar and sleeve edges are white with red and blue lines symbolizing the Croatian flag.
The introduction of the Glagolitic script into the design of the jersey pays tribute rich Slavic and Croatian tradition. It is a script created in the 9th century that was used to write down the Old Slavic language, and throughout history it has become an important symbol of Croatian identity and the preservation of cultural heritage. His place on the new jersey further emphasizes the national team’s connection with national history and tradition.
The new home jersey will be available for purchase from August or September in 2026. The cooperation between the Croatian Football Association and Adidas officially begins after the 2026 World Cup, as the current contract with Nike expires on July 31, 2026. This ends the multi-year partnership with the American equipment manufacturer and begins a new chapter.
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