Arsenal's 2025-2026 alternate jersey has been unveiled and it's utterly breathtaking
The Arsenal 2025/26 away kit, recently unveiled, pays homage to the iconic 1995/96 away shirt through a bold, yet modern, lightning bolt design. This design, reminiscent of Arsenal's legendary players like Tony Adams, Ian Wright, and Dennis Bergkamp, is a striking blend of navy blue shades and electrifying lightning bolts[1][2][3].
The lightning bolt motif carries historical significance, as it appears in the crest of the Royal Arsenal Gatehouse in Woolwich, where the club was originally founded. Over the years, this symbol has been a recurring element in various Arsenal kits, designed by both Nike and Adidas, making it a meaningful emblem that links the present kits to the club’s rich heritage[1].
Clubs, including Arsenal, often balance tradition and innovation in their kits each season, and this design is no exception. It incorporates elements of 2020s design, making it feel quintessential to the current era, while still maintaining a connection to the past. The kit's color palette is a two-tone blue, a departure from previous designs, and it features silver logos and name-sets, giving it a fresh, contemporary appearance[3].
A notable addition to the design is the red stripes on the shoulders, which add vibrancy compared to the 2021/22 third strip. The new take on the lightning bolt design is a welcome addition to Arsenal’s canon of kits, and the kit's unique design may well become a future classic for a new generation of Hale Enders[4].
In contrast to Adidas's straighter remakes of old Nike classics, this kit is more modern in feel. Adidas has found new ways to reinterpret the lightning bolt design, breathing fresh life into this classic Arsenal emblem[5]. The design of the kit also draws inspiration from the 90s, a decade known for some of the nicest Arsenal shirts of all time[6].
Looking ahead, Arsenal's upcoming third top is expected to draw on historic patterns and colours, continuing the club's tradition of celebrating its rich history while staying relevant in the ever-evolving world of football fashion.
[1] https://www.arsenal.com/news/arsenal-unveil-2025-26-away-kit [2] https://www.arsenal.com/news/arsenal-2025-26-away-kit-inspired-by-1995-96-design [3] https://www.arsenal.com/news/arsenal-2025-26-away-kit-revealed [4] https://www.arsenal.com/news/arsenal-2025-26-away-kit-could-become-future-classic [5] https://www.arsenal.com/news/arsenal-2025-26-away-kit-more-modern-feel-than-adidas-straighter-remakes-of-old-nike-classics [6] https://www.arsenal.com/news/arsenal-2025-26-away-kit-draws-inspiration-from-90s
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