The Czechia national football team has a new long-term kit supplier and strategic partner. The Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) has officially announced a partnership with Adidas, replacing the previous supplier Puma. The news was first reported by Footyheadlines.com. This move ends a 33-year era with Puma, which had been crafting kits for the Czech national team since May 1994.
The new Adidas kit collection for Czechia will officially launch on September 7, 2026. The men's senior team will wear the new home shirt for the first time in a UEFA Nations League match against Croatia on September 26. A week later, on October 3, they will debut the new away kit in a match against Spain. The deal with Adidas covers all national teams, including men's, women's, youth, and futsal squads.
Why the change after 33 years?
The partnership with the German firm Puma was one of the longest-standing relationships between a national team and a sportswear manufacturer. It began shortly after the dissolution of Czechoslovakia and accompanied the team throughout its modern era. The FAČR has now opted for a change. "The Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) has officially partnered with Adidas as the new long-term official kit supplier and strategic partner for all national teams, including senior, youth, and futsal squads," the association said.
This change comes as the Czech team seeks a path back to success. In the current FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign, the team sits in fourth place with just one point from three games. Their record stands at 0 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. You can find the full table on our standings page. The team has scored two goals but conceded six, resulting in a negative goal difference of four.
When and against whom will the new kits debut?
The first official unveiling of the new collection is scheduled for September 7. Fans will then be able to see the complete design of the kits and fan merchandise. The first real test will come in an important Nations League fixture. The Czechia national team will host Croatia on September 26, which will also be the premiere of the home shirt. An overview of all upcoming matches is available in our fixtures calendar.
The second new kit, designated for away matches, will appear for the first time a week later against Spain. Both these matches are key for the team, as their recent form (DWD) shows three matches unbeaten. Their last result was a 1-1 draw with South Africa on June 18. The team trails leaders Mexico by eight points in the qualification race.
What does this mean for the future of the national team?
A long-term deal with a global brand like Adidas brings not only a new visual identity but also potential for the development of all facets of Czech football. The partnership includes youth and women's teams, indicating a comprehensive approach. Changing a supplier after such a long period always generates significant expectations among fans and players alike.
For the current senior men's squad, the immediate goal is to improve performance and points haul. The team has had a tough start to qualifying, but recent form suggests improvement. You can follow the team composition and player statistics on our squad page. The new Adidas kits will thus symbolize a fresh start during a important phase of the fight for World Cup qualification. The first chance to see them in action will be on September 26 against Croatia.
