Adidas and Manchester United have delved deep into the archives for the 2025/26 third kit, serving up a black and yellow statement piece that perfectly fuses nostalgia with modern streetwear.
For next season, Manchester United have gone full 90s. Rooted in the swagger of that era of football culture, the new adidas third kit fully revives the feeling. The Three Stripes have reimagined one of the Red Devil’s most iconic looks, drawing inspiration from the classic black and yellow aesthetic of the 93’ – 95’ third kit, famously worn by none other than the legend Eric Cantona. This is for the real ones.
The shirt is built around a sinister black base, elevated with some subtle devil motifs woven into the fabric. Yellow and blue accents adorn the collar and sleeve cuffs, adding a splash of colour to the design – enough to make a statement on the pitch. It’s giving a 9-0 win against Ipswich and a Cantona masterclass…
Meanwhile, after the success of its long-awaited return, the trefoil sees another year on a United third kit, bringing another sense of nostalgia from a logo that ruled a golden era of football. Sitting proudly next to the trefoil is a a vintage style shield crest, a sharper interpretation of signature United identity with a clean, contemporary finish.
The third kit has been unveiled alongside a wider terrace collection, which ones again brings out the best of early 90's terrace culture. In a stylish grey, the full collection sees a full tracksuit, t-shirt, and gazelles ready to hit up match day or any day this season.
The Red Devils are entering 25/26 more sinister than ever, with both a stunning visual refresh and players with a point to prove. Who knows what next season will bring. All we know is this third kit is a celebration of club DNA, and a tip of the hat to the 90s king – Cantona.
The Manchester United third kit is available now at store.manunited.com
