The 10 Best Football Kits in Britain for 2025/26 — From Standout to Sensational

September 8, 2025 Kris Isaksen

From the Premier League to the lower leagues, British football clubs have unveiled some truly iconic kits this season. Whether drawing on heritage, celebrating local pride, or diving into retro inspiration, these shirts are more than just uniforms — they’re statements. Here’s our countdown of the ten best kits across the UK for 2025/26.

10. Sunderland – Away Kit

Sunderland mark their Premier League return with a stunning away strip. The bold blue base contrasts beautifully with red-and-white accents, while a subtle lighthouse pattern nods to their maritime heritage. Topped off with a retro club crest, it’s a fitting kit for a club on the rise.

9. Liverpool – Home Kit

Liverpool’s partnership with Adidas is back — and so is the nostalgia. This season’s home kit is a tribute to the 2007/08 design, complete with clean white detailing and a traditional Liver bird crest. It’s a throwback to the Torres era and a fresh start under a familiar brand.

8. Hearts – Third Kit

Hearts deliver minimalist brilliance with their new third strip. A crisp white base is elevated by a stadium-inspired chest pattern, gold chevrons, and a ‘Gorgie’ print on the back. It’s understated yet full of meaning — a classy nod to their Edinburgh roots.

7. Swansea City – Away Kit

Swansea ditch the expected and embrace the unique with a rich fig-colored away kit. Subtle patterns, green highlights, and a clean retro badge all combine for a smart, standout look. It’s fresh, stylish, and one of the most original kits in the EFL this year.

6. Nottingham Forest – Home Kit

Forest’s 160th anniversary kit is a heartfelt tribute to club tradition. Pinstripes return alongside a collared neckline and a shielded crest, echoing classic designs from the club’s past. Two stars above the badge remind fans of their legendary European triumphs.

5. Charlton Athletic – Third Kit

Charlton’s third kit is bold, vibrant, and full of personality. Inspired by Jamaican colors, it pairs a charcoal base with green, gold, and black detailing. With a subtle “SE7” postcode detail, the shirt is as rooted in the community as it is in global influence.

4. Oxford United – Home Kit

Macron taps into 90s nostalgia with Oxford’s standout home kit. Yellow and black dominate, but it’s the retro collar and sleeve patterns that steal the show. It’s a confident blend of tradition and fresh thinking — one of the best in League One, hands down.

3. Motherwell – Away Kit

Motherwell’s away kit is a masterclass in storytelling. A sky-blue base meets maroon and gold trim, but it’s the homage to the Ravenscraig Steelworks that really hits home. Featuring the British Steel logo and a launch involving real steelworkers, this design is rooted in identity.

2. Chelsea – Third Kit

Chelsea’s third kit screams early 2000s in the best way. Inspired by the 2004/05 title-winning season, it features the old club badge, Total 90 styling, and electric blue trims that pop on a white base. It’s nostalgic, modern, and a massive win for Nike.

1. Arsenal – Third Kit

Arsenal top the list with a shirt that blends history and high style. The off-white design is tastefully detailed with red and gold, while subtle graphics of Highbury’s East Stand make this more than just a kit — it’s a tribute. Expect to see this one worn far beyond matchdays.