The days when a team’s new kit remained a well-kept secret until the end of the season are long gone. At least for clubs like Real Madrid, who, despite officially unveiling their jerseys after the season concludes, can do little to prevent leaks.
This trend has been ongoing for several years now, and inevitably, it has happened again this season. As usual, the leak comes from Footy Headlines, the well-known sports website that frequently reveals teams’ kit plans ahead of schedule. And this year is no exception.
Footy Headlines Leaks Real Madrid’s Home Kit for the 25/26 Season
For weeks, various concept designs have circulated on social media, sparking speculation about Real Madrid’s next home kit. However, after much anticipation, it seems the rumors can finally be put to rest, thanks to a leak from Adidas.
Footy Headlines has published what appears to be the final design of the 2025-26 Real Madrid home jersey, after obtaining images from an Adidas promotional photoshoot. The leaked image quickly spread across social media, drawing widespread praise from fans.
A Design Inspired by Real Madrid’s Past
The most noticeable change in the new design is the replacement of black accents with orange. This orange detailing defines lines that run across the front of the jersey, evoking fond memories for many fans.
For some, the new kit immediately recalls the 2013-14 season, when Real Madrid won La Décima—a historic year that laid the foundation for one of the club’s most successful eras. If the leak is accurate, this could be a deliberate tribute to that legendary season.
However, for others, the design reminds them of the 2009-10 jersey, worn during Cristiano Ronaldo’s debut season at Real Madrid. And for some longtime fans, a key detail in the breathable gray fabric under the arms takes them even further back—to the 2006-07 season, when Siemens was the club’s main sponsor.
A Nostalgic Yet Unifying Kit for Madridistas
The 2006-07 season is remembered fondly by Real Madrid fans, as it was the year Fabio Capello’s side clinched their 30th LaLiga title, in a campaign defined by dramatic comebacks and unforgettable moments.
While fans have differing opinions on which past jersey this design is most inspired by, the reaction has been overwhelmingly positive. Adidas’ new kit for the 25/26 season has won over the Madrid faithful, generating excitement for what’s to come.