Manchester City has unveiled its new third kit for the 2025/26 football season, leading to immediate and widespread criticism from its own fanbase and the wider football community.
The kit, designed by Puma, features a prominent neon colour scheme combined with a blue and neon-green club logo. The unconventional design was intended to be original, but the reaction has been overwhelmingly negative since its launch.
Fans quickly took to social media to express their disappointment. Many have labeled the jersey as one of the “worst kits ever,” criticizing its aesthetic choice and colour combination. The negative sentiment has been a major topic of discussion online among football supporters and commentators.
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— Manchester City (@ManCity) August 14, 2025
While clubs often use third kits to experiment with bold designs, the consensus is that this particular effort has been unsuccessful. The release has been marked not by excitement, but by a strong backlash, with the design being widely considered a significant misstep for the club.